Research and Development Branch

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/research-and-development-branch

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Research and Development Branch?Globally distributed across academic, corporate, and governmental research facilities
2. How many people live in Research and Development Branch?Millions of highly specialized scientists, engineers, technicians, and researchers
3. How big is Research and Development Branch?Encompasses all fields of scientific and technological inquiry, constantly expanding
4. What is Research and Development Branch known for?Driving technological advancement, economic growth, and societal progress through innovation
5. Why do people in R&D like to try new things?They love curiosity, teamwork, and learning from mistakes, which helps them invent useful products and solve problems.
6. How does R&D help our economy?By spending money on experiments and new technology, R&D creates jobs and makes countries stronger in areas like medicine, computers, and space.

Intellectual Property: Creations of the mind, such as inventions and artistic works, protected by law.
STEM Fields: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, crucial disciplines for research and development.
Innovation Ecosystem: A network of interconnected organizations and individuals that foster innovation and entrepreneurship.