Applied research refers to creative research to gain novel knowledge, aiming to achieve specific objectives or targets.

应用研究：指为获得新知识而进行的创造性的研究，它主要是针对某一特定的实际目的或目标。

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The declaration includes a set of objectives to integrate culture into national policies, promote cultural and creative industries, collect and share information, and ensure civil society participation in decision making.

UNESCO: Social and Human Sciences