title: Goal-directed research.
abstract: The current model of scientific research (basic research leading to applied research, followed by technological or clinical application) has served society and the scientific community well for over fifty years. Current societal changes suggest the need for a review and the addition of a new model: support for science and technology led by social and clinical needs.
authors.forename: W
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Zingg
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D012106:Research / Q000639:trends*; D012107:Research Design; D012109:Research Support as Topic