research centers

[ˈrɛsɜːrtʃ ˈsɛntərz]
nounpl: research centers
centros de pesquisa
1. Institutions or facilities dedicated to conducting scientific research, experiments, and studies in various fields
The university operates several research centers focusing on renewable energy and climate change.
A universidade opera vários centros de pesquisa focados em energia renovável e mudanças climáticas.
2. Organizations that bring together researchers, laboratories, and resources to advance knowledge in specific domains
Major research centers around the world collaborate on cancer treatment innovations.
Grandes centros de pesquisa ao redor do mundo colaboram em inovações de tratamento do câncer.
3. Physical locations equipped with specialized equipment and expertise for conducting advanced research
The pharmaceutical company invested millions in building state-of-the-art research centers.
A empresa farmacêutica investiu milhões na construção de centros de pesquisa de última geração.
Research centers are highly valued institutions in both Brazilian and American academic and scientific contexts. In Brazil, they are often affiliated with universities like USP (Universidade de São Paulo) and UFRJ (Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro). In the USA, research centers are central to innovation and are often funded through grants from institutions like NIH and NSF. The term reflects the importance of structured scientific inquiry in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
research institutesresearch facilitieslaboratoriesthink tanksresearch institutionsresearch hubs

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
centros de pesquisa
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
centros de pesquisa / institutos de pesquisa
Both terms are commonly used in the academic and business sectors
Rio de Janeiro
centros de pesquisa
Standard usage, particularly in COPPE and other university research facilities
Portugal
centros de investigação / centros de pesquisa
Portuguese Portuguese prefers 'investigação' but 'pesquisa' is also understood; both terms are used

Related Words

researchlaboratoryscientistacademic institutioninnovation hubresearch project

Related Idioms & Phrases

research center of excellence
world-class research center
research center partnership
research center funding
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