Laboratoriopohjaisessa

Laboratoriopohjaisessa translates from Finnish to English as "laboratory-based." This term is used to describe methods, studies, or research conducted within a controlled laboratory environment, as opposed to field studies or observational research conducted in a natural setting.

In a laboratory-based context, researchers have precise control over variables, allowing for the isolation and examination of specific phenomena. This control enables the replication of experiments, enhancing the reliability and validity of the findings. Such studies are common in scientific disciplines like chemistry, biology, physics, and medicine, where controlled conditions are essential for accurate measurement and analysis.

For example, a laboratory-based study in biology might investigate the effects of a particular chemical compound on cell growth under strictly regulated temperature, humidity, and nutrient conditions. Similarly, a laboratory-based approach in psychology might involve controlled experiments to study human perception or cognitive processes. While offering high internal validity, the artificiality of the laboratory setting can sometimes limit the external validity, meaning the extent to which findings can be generalized to real-world situations. Therefore, laboratory-based research is often complemented by other research methodologies.