The S&T Statistical Unit’s main function is to collect, compile and disseminate statistics in the field of Science and Technology (S&T).  Science and technological activities are closely concerned with the generation, advancement and application of knowledge in all fields of science and technology.  These include such activities as research and development (R&D), scientific and technical education and training (STET), and scientific and technological services (STS).

The data collected by the Unit are obtained from primary sources through national surveys, as well as secondary sources through administrative records and data collected by the national statistical office.  For a list of reports published by the Unit refer to Surveys & Publications.

What's On

Survey of Innovation in the Publishing, Printing and Paper Converter Industry, 2010
NIHERST is conducting a survey of innovation in the Publishing, Printing and Paper Converter Industry during the period June/July 2010 >>>

Survey of Innovation Camps, 2010
NIHERST conducted a tracer study of its annual July/August innovations camps in March 2010. These camps seek to engage and develop young minds in the field of science and technology across Trinidad & Tobago >>>

Survey of Innovation in the Tourism Sector, 2009
NIHERST conducted a Survey of Innovation in the Tourism Sector during the period December 2009 to January 2010 >>>

Survey of Graduates of Technical Institutions, 2008
In this publication, NIHERST presents the results of the tracer study of Trinidad and Tobago nationals who graduated from public technical institutions in engineering and applied technology programmes over the period 2002 to 2006 >>>

Utilisation of Information Technology by Households, 2009
NIHERST conducted a household survey on the utilisation of information technology by households during the period February/March, 2009. Empirical data were collected from a random selection of households throughout Trinidad and Tobago by a group of trained field personnel >>>

Survey of Innovation of Chemical and Non-Metallic Products, 2008
Following on the heels of its landmark survey of innovation in the local food and beverages sector, NIHERST conducted a survey of innovation in the industry for chemical and non-metallic products during the period October to December 2008 >>>

Survey of Skilled Caribbean Professionals in Science and Technology 2007
NIHERST recognises the tremendous stock of skill and expertise that exists within the community of Caribbean nationals that live overseas. A study has been commissioned to create a database that profiles Caribbean professionals in science and technology fields >>>