Terms A-Z

This glossary contains definitions of the terms from the topic areas Education, Science, Research and Innovation, and is regularly updated. The glossary terms are alphabetically ordered.

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OECD average

see International means

OECD – Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development

The OECD is a forum in which the governments of 38 countries (most of them industrialized nations) work together to meet ... the challenges related to globalization in the areas of economy, society, environment and governance and take advantage of the associated opportunities. The OECD’s stated goals are to contribute to optimal economic development and a rising standard of living in its member countries, to promote economic growth in its member countries and in developing countries, and to facilitate the expansion of international trade.

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OECD total

see International means

Other personnel

Other personnel is one of the three categories of R&D personnel. This category includes skilled workers, trained and untrained ... support staff, as well as administrative, secretarial, and office staff who are involved in or work directly on R&D projects. (see also R&D personnel).

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