Long abstract

About Statistics Publications & Documents Information by Country

The development and application of biotechnology has the potential for far-reaching economic, social and environmental impacts. It is therefore important to outline a statistical framework to guide the measurement of biotechnology activity. This Framework is intended to provide the basis for statistical compilation work within OECD member countries and those non-member countries wishing to adopt the standards.

The focus of the Framework is on biotechnology R&D and the application of biotechnology techniques to produce goods or services. It includes the following components:

• Information on concepts, units and definitions for statistical purposes.
• An articulation of user needs and how these relate to the statistical material in the Framework.
• Guidelines for data collection, including a model question on biotechnology R&D, a model survey of key biotechnology activities, and related methodological information.
• Classifications to support the definitions and/or describe statistical units and data.
• Links to other relevant manuals.
• A glossary of terms.