This dimension sorts scientific institutions by their basic function, basic research, applied research or public science education. Wikipedia notes that research institutes "may specialize in basic research or may be oriented to applied research." Browsing by function keeps institutions doing the same kind of work grouped together.
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1. Wikipedia: Royal Society
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Founded on 28 November 1660, it was granted a royal charter by King Charles II and is the oldest continuously existing scientific academy in the world.
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