Study group

A study group is a body of experts that works on specific topics of social or scientific relevance.

A study group is often set up by a specialist commission from the field of natural sciences or technology and commissioned with detailed investigations if the topic of the original commission becomes too extensive. As a rule, the group is not authorized, but after some time presents its results to the higher level for consideration or a possible decision .

While important commissions are often formed by decision-makers ( politicians , social partners, rectors , etc.), a study group usually supplements its members with experts who do not belong to the higher commission.

The international associations of science organize their work areas often in numerous special study groups (SSG), which are interlocked personnel with neighboring themes. Leading scientists take over the presidency (Engl. Chair ) of a group and are simple in 1-2 professionally adjacent Group Member. This not only increases mutual knowledge and the quality of the results, but also opens up the opportunity for many scientists from developing countries to receive public funding for these important international contacts.

See also:

• Parliamentary Committee, Sub-Commission
• ICSU , IUGG , IAU , Scientific Union
• Expert Commission