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R & D

NOUN
investigation into new products
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"Our R&D teams are working on various projects in the defence sector, while also seeking civilian applications in each case," added Renault.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

"Our R&D teams are testing and exploring various options, such as ground robots, which also have potential for civilian applications," Renault said in a statement to AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

“The company has a longstanding track record of substantial R&D investment in both the United States and globally, supported by two U.S. manufacturing facilities and leading-edge R&D centers,” the spokesperson said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

In January, Tchinnis passed on the secrets of La Mer to a new colleague as he stepped down from his role as executive director for R&D, ending his 25-year watch over the broth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

For, it is possible that an economy spends 99% of its resources to R&D, and still does not come up with innovations.

From Definition & Reality in the General Theory of Political Economy by Colignatus, Thomas