research advisors

[/rɪˈsɜːrtʃ ədˈvaɪzərz/]
nounpl: research advisors
orientadores de pesquisa
1. Academic professionals who guide and supervise students or researchers in conducting research projects, providing expertise, direction, and feedback throughout the research process
The research advisors met with their graduate students to review the methodology of their thesis.
Os orientadores de pesquisa reuniram-se com seus alunos de pós-graduação para revisar a metodologia de sua tese.
2. Senior scholars or experts who provide counsel and recommendations on research strategy, design, and implementation
We consulted with several research advisors before finalizing our experimental design.
Consultamos vários orientadores de pesquisa antes de finalizar nosso design experimental.
In Brazil, the role of 'orientador de pesquisa' is highly formalized within the academic system, particularly in graduate programs (mestrado and doutorado). The advisor-student relationship is central to the research process and carries significant institutional weight. In the USA, this relationship is equally important but may vary in intensity depending on the institution and field of study. Portuguese universities use 'orientador de investigação' reflecting different terminology conventions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
thesis advisorsresearch supervisorsacademic mentorsresearch mentorsdoctoral advisors

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
orientadores de pesquisa
Most common term in Brazilian academic institutions
São Paulo
orientadores de pesquisa
Standard usage in universities like USP and UNICAMP
Rio de Janeiro
orientadores de pesquisa
Standard usage in universities like UFRJ
Portugal
orientadores de investigação
Portuguese variant using 'investigação' instead of 'pesquisa'

Related Words

dissertationthesis supervisionacademic guidancementorsupervisorresearch methodologyscholarly guidance

Related Idioms & Phrases

under the guidance of research advisors
working with research advisors
research advisors on staff
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