full-scale study

[/fʊl skeɪl ˈstʌdi/]
nounpl: full-scale studies
estudo em larga escala
1. A comprehensive research investigation that examines a subject in its entirety, involving all relevant variables, participants, or conditions without limitation or sampling restrictions
The university conducted a full-scale study on the effects of social media on adolescent mental health.
A universidade realizou um estudo em larga escala sobre os efeitos da mídia social na saúde mental dos adolescentes.
2. A research project that has been expanded from a pilot or preliminary phase to include the complete scope and maximum resources
After the successful pilot program, they launched a full-scale study involving thousands of participants.
Após o programa piloto bem-sucedido, eles lançaram um estudo em larga escala envolvendo milhares de participantes.
In both Brazilian and American academic contexts, 'full-scale study' is a term of significance indicating serious, well-funded research. In Brazil, such studies are often initiated by major universities like USP, UFRJ, and UNICAMP. In the USA, they are commonly conducted by NIH-funded institutions. The term signals credibility and thoroughness in scientific discourse across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
comprehensive studylarge-scale investigationextensive researchcomplete examinationin-depth analysis
Antonyms / Antônimos
pilot studypreliminary studysmall-scale studylimited investigationpartial study

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estudo em larga escala
Most common usage in academic and professional contexts
General Brazilian
estudo em grande escala
Alternative commonly used expression
São Paulo
estudo completo
Sometimes used in business contexts to emphasize completeness
Portugal
estudo em larga escala
Same usage as Brazil; also 'estudo abrangente'

Related Words

research methodologyempirical studylongitudinal studyepidemiological studyclinical trial

Related Idioms & Phrases

go the whole nine yards
pull out all the stops
leave no stone unturned
get the complete picture
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