'''Applied science''' is the [[exact science]] of applying knowledge from one or more [[natural science|natural scientific]] fields to practical problems. Many applied sciences can be considered forms of [[engineering]]. Applied science is important for [[technology]] development. Its use in industrial settings is usually referred to as [[research and development]] (R&D). | '''Applied science''' is the [[exact science]] of applying knowledge from one or more [[natural science|natural scientific]] fields to practical problems. Many applied sciences can be considered forms of [[engineering]]. Applied science is important for [[technology]] development. Its use in industrial settings is usually referred to as [[research and development]] (R&D). |