die Grundlagenforschung
Translation
basic research, fundamental research
Examples
Grundlagenforschung ist teuer, aber wichtig.
Basic research is expensive, but important.
Sie arbeitet im Bereich der Grundlagenforschung.
She works in the field of basic research.
Grammar Patterns
to conduct basic research The institute conducts basic research.
Similar Words
Synonym: Basisforschung; Antonym: angewandte Forschung (applied research)
Etymology
A compound of 'Grundlagen' (fundamentals) and 'Forschung' (research). Literally, 'research of the fundamentals'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'Forschung' (research) that lays the 'Grundlagen' (foundations) for future discoveries.