Economic Contribution of Federally Funded Research Facilities in ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥, FY2013−FY2015
Federal research facilities provide economic benefits to the ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ economy through direct facility employment and through the purchasing of goods and services. However, given the nature of the research and development (R&D) conducted at the various facilities, employment and expenditures represent only a fraction of the full benefits of federal research facilities in ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥. These auxiliary benefits include the development and existence of high-tech firms that locate near the facilities, collaborations with ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ universities on cutting-edge research, experience for higher-education students through internships and part-time jobs, world-renowned research conducted in the state, and the economic benefits associated with R&D programs.