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basic research
Scientific research that aims to discover or expand fundamental principles and theories, without having a direct practical application in mind. It forms the basis for applied research.
Die Entdeckung der DNA war ein Meilenstein der Grundlagenforschung.
The discovery of DNA was a milestone in basic research.
This word is made up of 'die Grundlagen' (the basics/foundations, plural of Grundlage) and 'die Forschung' (research). So it literally describes research that deals with the foundations of a scientific field.
Viele Nobelpreise werden für Erfolge in der Grundlagenforschung vergeben.
Many Nobel Prizes are awarded for achievements in basic research.
In scientific and political contexts, this word is often used with certain verbs. Typical phrases are 'Grundlagenforschung betreiben' (to conduct basic research), 'Grundlagenforschung fördern' (to support/promote basic research), or 'in die Grundlagenforschung investieren' (to invest in basic research).
Die Regierung plant, mehr Geld in die Grundlagenforschung zu investieren.
The government plans to invest more money in basic research.
'Grundlagenforschung' (basic research) is a technical term from science and education policy. It is used in formal, academic, or journalistic contexts, but rarely in everyday colloquial speech.
Der Artikel erklärt die Bedeutung der Grundlagenforschung für die Medizin.
The article explains the importance of basic research for medicine.