Glossary:Scientific and technological activities (STA)

Scientific and technological activities (STA) are defined as systematic activities which are closely concerned with the generation, advancement, dissemination, and application of scientific and technical knowledge in all fields of science and technology. These include such activities as research and development (R & D), scientific and technical education and training (STET), and the scientific and technological services (STS).

Related concepts

• S&T education and training (STET)
• Scientific and technological services (STS)

Statistical data

• Other professional, scientific and technical activities statistics - NACE Rev. 2

Source

• OECD/Eurostat - "The measurement of scientific and technological activities; manual on the measurement of human resources devoted to S&T; Canberra Manual, OECD, Paris, 1995" - pdf