Contract for the performance of scientific research, experimental and technological works. General characteristics and differences from related agreements

The article deals with the problem of regulating the contract for the implementation of research, development and technological work, understanding its features, conclusion. It also studies the common features with the contract and their relationship, including the legal one. The question of the formation of this type of contracts, its relevance in the modern world and the complexity of the implementation of scientific projects associated with the impossibility of meeting the client's order due to reasons beyond the contractor's control are considered.