systematic study

[ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstʌd.i]
nounpl: systematic studies
estudo sistemático
1. a thorough, organized, and methodical investigation or examination of a subject, following a structured plan or procedure
The researcher conducted a systematic study of climate change patterns over the past fifty years.
O pesquisador realizou um estudo sistemático dos padrões de mudança climática dos últimos cinquenta anos.
2. an academic or scientific inquiry that follows predetermined methods and criteria to ensure validity and reliability
A systematic study requires careful documentation and adherence to research protocols.
Um estudo sistemático requer documentação cuidadosa e adesão aos protocolos de pesquisa.
3. structured learning or examination of a discipline or subject in an orderly and comprehensive manner
Her systematic study of Portuguese grammar improved her fluency significantly.
Seu estudo sistemático da gramática portuguesa melhorou sua fluência significativamente.
In Brazilian academic and scientific contexts, 'estudo sistemático' is a fundamental concept in higher education and research institutions. It reflects the importance placed on rigorous, methodical approaches in universities and research centers. In the USA, systematic study is particularly emphasized in STEM fields and social sciences, often associated with peer-reviewed publications and evidence-based practices.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
systematic researchmethodical investigationstructured inquiryorganized examinationrigorous analysis
Antonyms / Antônimos
haphazard studycasual learningunsystematic approachdisorganized inquiry

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estudo sistemático
most common and widely understood term across all of Brazil
São Paulo
estudo sistemático / pesquisa metodológica
academic circles often use both terms interchangeably
Rio de Janeiro
estudo sistemático
standard usage, sometimes abbreviated as 'estudo sistêmico' in technical contexts
Portugal
estudo sistemático
identical usage; 'investigação sistemática' is also commonly used

Related Words

methodologyresearch designempirical studydata analysishypothesis testing

Related Idioms & Phrases

leave no stone unturned
dot every i and cross every t
by the book
follow procedure
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