Kernonderzoeken
Kernonderzoeken is a Dutch term used in academic and policy contexts to describe fundamental investigations that target the core aspects of a subject. The phrase translates roughly as "core investigations" or "central research." It denotes a set of research activities oriented toward understanding underlying mechanisms, essential properties, or foundational questions rather than peripheral or descriptive details. It is not a formal discipline with fixed boundaries; rather, it is a descriptive label applied across disciplines to emphasize central, theory-driving work within a project or program.
Scope and aims: Kernonderzoeken typically seeks high-impact insights that can generalize beyond a single study. Studies
Approach and methods: Planning Kernonderzoeken involves clearly defining the core questions, selecting appropriate methodologies, and allocating
Impact and challenges: The approach helps concentrate limited resources on the most consequential uncertainties. However, the
See also: core research, fundamental research, research methodology.