Question

the characteristics of basic reserch and applied research

Answer 1

Answer:

Basic research does not have immediate commercial objectives and although it certainly could, it may not necessarily result in an invention or a solution to a practical problem. Applied research is designed to answer specific questions aimed at solving practical problems.

What is Basic Research?

Basic research is also known as fundamental or pure research since it is mainly concerned with the improvement of scientific knowledge. The purpose of basic research is simply to gather more information to further understand existing phenomena especially in the field of natural sciences. Its focus is on supporting as well as challenging assumptions that aim to explain various phenomena. Pure research looks at the “big picture” in the sense that it looks for overall factors and related postulates. Hence, fundamental research is purely theoretical as it delves into basic laws and principles.

Characteristics:

1. It attempts to describe the status of things.
2. It does not provide results for immediate practical use.
3. Is pure research that claims at gathering information used for making generalizations/ theories.
4. Aims at making certain conclusions facing a concrete problem.
5. Usually directed towards finding information that has a broad base of application thus adds value to already existing body of knowledge.

What is Applied Research?

The purpose of applied research is to know more about a certain real-world problem and take steps to solve it. It focuses on the application of natural science principles on practical difficulties as well as enhancing innovations. Such studies are often associated with the fields of business, economics, health, and politics. For instance, a company may hire an applied researcher to look into the best way of hiring applicants and placing employees in connection with the organization’s various positions.

Characteristics:

1. Also called Professional Research
2. Problems tend to be more practical
3. Seeks to find solutions to immediate problems and issues
4. Tends to be organizationally focused
5. Findings are usually kept private
6. Results are usually used internally to make decisions and establish a strategy
7. Evaluated by client-organization and/or industry standards
8. Shared primarily through internal reports with those who need the results; may also be shared more broadly through professional conferences and trade/industry publications (e.g., case studies, articles, etc.)