El investigador principal
Example: El investigador principal presentó los resultados del estudio ayer.
Definition
"El investigador principal" refers to the lead researcher responsible for overseeing and directing a scientific study or research project, ensuring the project's objectives are met and managing the research team and resources effectively.
Etymology
The term "el investigador principal" comes from Spanish, where "investigador" means investigator or researcher, derived from the verb "investigar" meaning to investigate. "Principal" means main or chief, emphasizing the leading role in research. Did you know? The word "investigar" traces back to the Latin 'investigare,' meaning to track or trace, highlighting the process of seeking knowledge.
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"El investigador principal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Research - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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