Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), 2003, Frascati Manual, OECD Publishing, Paris
- Author : Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
- Year : 2003
- Title English : Frascati Manual
- Publisher : OECD Publishing
- Publisher's Location : Paris
- ISBN : 978-92-64-19903-9
- Pages : 256
- Edition : 6th
- Abstract : The Frascati Manual was originally written by and for the experts in OECD member countries who collect and issue national data on research and development (R&D). The internationally recognized methodology for collecting and using R&D statistics, the Frascati Manual is an essential tool for statisticians worldwide. It includes definitions of basic concepts, data collection guidelines, and classifications for compiling statistics. This updated edition contains improved guidelines adjusted for changes in OECD economies, including measurement of service-sector R&D, R&D globalisation, and R&D human resources.
- Comments : available in English, French (available print on demand), Lithuanian, Spanish (distributed by another publisher), Slovak (distributed by another publisher), Turkish (distributed by another publisher) Portuguese, Chinese, Polish. English edition downloadable from http://www.oecd.org/innovation/inno/frascatimanualproposedstandardpracticeforsurveysonresearchandexperimentaldevelopment6thedition.htm#toc