fundamental research
Defined in 1 place of the United States Code.
The term “fundamental research” means research that—
(i) increases knowledge or understanding of the fundamental aspects of phenomena and has the potential for broad application; and
(ii) has an effect on agriculture, food, nutrition, or the environment.
Source
- 2008–present7 U.S.C. § 6971Agriculture · Under Secretary of Agriculture for Research, Education, and Economics · in this section