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 Observatory, Greenwich
WikipediaRoyal Observatory, Greenwich, History chronology sectionQuote, Royal Observatory, Greenwich, History chronology section
1675 - 22 June, The Royal Observatory founded by Charles II.
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