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Statistical unit

A statistical unit is an entity about which information is collected and for which statistics are ultimately produced. It forms the basis for statistical aggregates and is the entity to which data presented in tables refer. In R&D statistics, statistical units are generally higher education institutions, research institutions, private non-profit institutions and enterprises. For example, an individual higher education institution constitutes a statistical unit.