Explore data and trends within U.S. research and development. Highlights include the following:
- R&D expenditures among various sectors, including businesses, academic institutions, government, nonprofits, and research facilities
- Performers of R&D
- Sources of funds for R&D
- Type of R&D (basic research, applied research, and experimental development)
- Geographic location of R&D
Visit the resources below to learn more about this area of interest.
Business Enterprise Research and Development (BERD) Survey
Definitions of Research and Development
Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) Survey
National Patterns of R&D Resources
Research and Development: U.S. Trends and International Comparisons; Science and Engineering Indicators (SEI)
Science and Engineering Indicators (SEI)
Science and Engineering State Indicators
Science and Engineering State Profiles