6. Research in UNIMAS

6.1 Research in UNIMAS comprises three major types, that of fundamental/basic research, applied research and experimental development.

6.2 Fundamental research refers to either pure basic research or strategic basic research. Pure basic research is experimental and theoretical work undertaken to acquire new knowledge without looking for long term benefits other than the advancement of knowledge. Strategic basic research is experimental and theoretical work undertaken to acquire new knowledge directed into specified broad areas in the expectation of useful discoveries. It provides the broad base of knowledge necessary for the solution of recognised practical problems.

6.3 Applied research is original work undertaken primarily to acquire new knowledge with a specific application in view. It is undertaken either to determine possible use for the findings of basic research or to determine new ways of achieving some specific and predetermined objectives.

6.4 Experimental development is systematic work, using existing knowledge gained from research or practical experience that is directed to producing new materials, products or devices, to installing new processes, systems and services, or to improving substantially those already produced or installed.

6.5 Overall, UNIMAS shall invest and give equal emphasis in terms of resources and time allocated to all types of research as stated above.

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