gap in research

[/ɡæp ɪn ˈriːsɜːtʃ/]

noun phrasepl: gaps in research

lacuna na pesquisa

1. An area or topic in a field of study that has not been adequately investigated or documented

The researchers identified a significant gap in research regarding the long-term effects of the treatment.

Os pesquisadores identificaram uma lacuna significativa na pesquisa sobre os efeitos de longo prazo do tratamento.

2. A missing piece of knowledge or understanding within existing literature or studies

This study aims to fill the gap in research on sustainable urban development in developing countries.

Este estudo visa preencher a lacuna na pesquisa sobre desenvolvimento urbano sustentável em países em desenvolvimento.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

lacuna na pesquisa

Most commonly used term in Brazilian academic contexts

São Paulo

falha na pesquisa

Alternative usage in academic circles

Portugal

lacuna na investigação

Portuguese prefer 'investigação' over 'pesquisa'

fill/close a gap in research

identify a research gap

address gaps in research

preencher uma lacuna na pesquisa

identificar uma lacuna de pesquisa

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