"You have to move very quickly in terms of research and technology," she said.
Academics in the field can justifiably claim to be world-leading in terms of research.
In terms of research papers and impact, the results are surprising.
It is certainly something that is well under way in terms of research," said Cobb.
The value of the land in terms of research, scientists say, is impossible to measure.
In terms of research, technology and advances in surgery, the boast is undoubtedly true.
"In terms of fund-raising, in terms of grantsmanship, in terms of research funding, our scope is entirely national.
"What we're looking at is collaborative projects that will fill gaps in terms of research," Ms. Lawrence said.
"There are no conflicts in terms of research," Mr. Graham told DealBook in a telephone interview on Monday.
Analysts say they believe that the company has fallen far behind Samsung Electronics and Micron in terms of research and development as chip prices plunge again.
"Top" or "world-class" universities are defined first in terms of research, and only second in terms of their ability to attract the best students.
