serendipitous findings
[/ˌserənˈdɪpɪtəs ˈfaɪndɪŋz/]
noun phrasepl: serendipitous findings
descobertas fortuitas
1. Valuable or interesting discoveries made by chance or luck rather than through deliberate search or planning
The scientist made serendipitous findings while conducting an unrelated experiment that led to a breakthrough in cancer research.
O cientista fez descobertas fortuitas enquanto conduzia um experimento não relacionado que levou a um avanço na pesquisa do câncer.
2. Unexpected results or outcomes that prove beneficial or significant despite not being the original objective
Many pharmaceutical breakthroughs have come from serendipitous findings in the laboratory.
Muitos avanços farmacêuticos surgiram de descobertas fortuitas em laboratório.
In both Brazilian and American scientific communities, the concept of serendipitous findings is celebrated as an important part of the research process. Famous examples like the discovery of penicillin by Fleming are often cited as cultural touchstones. In Brazil, 'descobertas fortuitas' is frequently used in academic and scientific discourse, while in casual speech, people might say 'achados de sorte' or 'por coincidência.'
NYC Slang
happy accidents; lucky finds
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