In this chapter:
- (1) "Basic research" means research the primary object of which is to gain a fuller fundamental knowledge of the subject under study.
- (2) "Coordinating board" has the meaning assigned by Section 141.001 of this code.
- (3) "Eligible institution" means an institution of higher education, as defined by Section 61.003(8) of this code.
- (4) "Program" means the advanced research program established under this chapter.
- (5) "Faculty member" means a person who is tenured or is in a tenure track position or a research professional employed by an eligible institution.
Added by Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 823, Sec. 3.08, eff. June 20, 1987.