commissioned research
[/kəˈmɪʃənd ˈriːsɜːrtʃ/]
nounpl: commissioned research (uncountable) / commissioned research projects
pesquisa encomendada
1. Research conducted by a researcher, organization, or institution at the request and expense of a client or sponsor who has commissioned the work
The university conducted commissioned research for the pharmaceutical company to test the efficacy of their new drug.
A universidade realizou pesquisa encomendada para a empresa farmacêutica testar a eficácia do novo medicamento.
2. Research that is funded and directed by an external party with specific objectives or deliverables
The consulting firm specializes in commissioned research for market analysis and competitive intelligence.
A empresa de consultoria se especializa em pesquisa encomendada para análise de mercado e inteligência competitiva.
In Brazil, commissioned research is a significant economic activity, particularly in São Paulo's business district and Rio de Janeiro's tech hubs. Universities and research institutions often engage in commissioned research as a revenue stream. In the USA, particularly in academic settings, commissioned research is subject to strict ethical review boards and disclosure requirements to prevent conflicts of interest. The term is widely used in both corporate and academic environments across both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to commission research on a topic
research commissioned by a third party
commissioned research findings
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