Section 3December 22, 1997, Sec./Art. 3

Definition of terms. -

(a) Department - refers to the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) created under Executive Order No. 128.

(b) Scientific and Technological Activities (STA) - all systematic activities which are closely concerned with the generation, advancement, dissemination, and application of scientific and technical knowledge in all fields of natural science and technology.

STA may be classified into three broad groups, namely:

(1) Research and Experimental Development (R & D) - Any systematic and creative work undertaken in the physical, natural, mathematical and applied sciences by using methods in order to increase the stock of knowledge, and the use of this knowledge in these fields to devise new applications;

(2) Scientific and Technological Services (STS) - Activities in support of scientific research and development, dissemination and applications of scientific and technical knowledge (i.e. library, information and museum services; geological and hydrological surveys; meteorological and seismological observations; compilation of routine statistics; testing, standardization and quality control; counseling of clients; patenting and licensing; engineering and technical services); and

(3) Scientific and Technical Education and Training (STET) - All activities comprising higher education and training leading to a university degree, post-graduate and further training, organized lifelong training for scientists and engineers, and specialized non-university higher education.