research and development
noun
: studies and tests that are done in order to design new or improved products
The company has a large budget for research and development.
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Strong potential spans supply chain coordination, research and development workflows, knowledge management and cybersecurity.
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Costi Perricos, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The two North San Jose buildings include both office spaces and lab space to support Apple’s ongoing and expanding research and development activities, according to the company.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
Robot development over years At the 2024 AI Day, XPeng revealed its first-generation IRON humanoid robot, based on years of research and development.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
While the brand is rooted in history, innovation continues at Gerber's research and development center in Fremont.
—Rachelle Graham, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
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Costi Perricos, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The two North San Jose buildings include both office spaces and lab space to support Apple’s ongoing and expanding research and development activities, according to the company.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
Robot development over years At the 2024 AI Day, XPeng revealed its first-generation IRON humanoid robot, based on years of research and development.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
While the brand is rooted in history, innovation continues at Gerber's research and development center in Fremont.
—Rachelle Graham, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
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“Research and development.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/research%20and%20development. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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