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think tank

Institute, corporation, or group organized for interdisciplinary research, usually conducted for governmental and commercial clients. Projects for government clients often involve social policy planning and national defense. Commercial projects include developing and testing new technologies and new products. Funding sources include endowments, contracts, private donations, and sales of reports. See also RAND Corp.



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It comes after a leading think-tank said the UK returned to growth in April and May.
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Researchers and policy makers from academic, governmental, think-tank, and other institutions in Europe, the US, and developing countries discuss challenges faced by the world's 12 to 24-year olds, including issues relating to demographic transitions and socioeconomic challenges, transitions from schooling and to work, migration, forming families, and becoming citizens.
 
 
 
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