research bias

[rɪˈsɜːrtʃ ˈbaɪəs]
nounpl: research biases
viés de pesquisa
1. A systematic error or prejudice in the design, conduct, or analysis of research that affects the validity and reliability of results
The study was criticized for research bias because the sample population was not representative of the general population.
O estudo foi criticado por viés de pesquisa porque a população amostral não era representativa da população geral.
2. The tendency of researchers to interpret data in a way that supports their preexisting beliefs or hypotheses
Confirmation bias is a common form of research bias that can lead to selective reporting of results.
O viés de confirmação é uma forma comum de viés de pesquisa que pode levar a relatos seletivos de resultados.
3. Unintentional influence exerted by the researcher on the subjects, methodology, or outcomes of a study
Double-blind studies help minimize research bias by keeping both participants and researchers unaware of treatment assignments.
Estudos duplo-cegos ajudam a minimizar o viés de pesquisa mantendo participantes e pesquisadores cientes das atribuições de tratamento.
Research bias is a critical concern in both Brazilian and American academic communities. In Brazil, there is increasing emphasis on methodological rigor in postgraduate research and scientific publications, with careful attention to avoiding viés de pesquisa. In the USA, institutional review boards (IRBs) and research ethics committees specifically focus on identifying and mitigating research bias to ensure scientific integrity.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
systematic errorexperimental biasmethodological biasobserver biasdetection bias
Antonyms / Antônimos
objectivityimpartialityrigorvalidity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
viés de pesquisa
Standard term used in academic and scientific contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
viés de pesquisa / preconceito de pesquisa
Both terms are used interchangeably in academic institutions
Rio de Janeiro
viés de pesquisa
Predominantly used in research institutions and universities
Portugal
enviesamento da pesquisa / enviesamento do estudo
Alternative phrasing sometimes preferred in European Portuguese academic contexts

Related Words

confirmation biasselection biaspublication biasexperimenter expectancy effectsampling biasmeasurement biasrecall bias

Related Idioms & Phrases

bias in research design
introduce research bias
minimize research bias
systematic bias in data collection
researcher bias affects results
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