Undersökningssammanhang

Undersökningssammanhang is a Swedish term that refers to the set of circumstances and conditions surrounding an inquiry or investigation. It encompasses why the investigation is undertaken, the questions being asked, the scope and boundaries, the methods used to collect information, and the context in which data is interpreted. The concept is important for transparency and for assessing the validity and transferability of findings. In research, undersökningssammanhang covers the design and protocol, the selection of sources, data collection procedures, and ethical considerations, including consent and confidentiality. In legal or forensic contexts, it denotes the procedural framework, jurisdiction, dates of events, and the chain of custody of evidence, as well as the authority under which the investigation operates.

The term also highlights the influence of situational factors on results, such as time constraints, available resources, and the social or institutional environment. By explicitly defining the undersökningssammanhang, researchers and investigators enable readers to judge how conclusions were reached and to what extent findings can be generalized or applied to other settings. It is often described in methods sections, appendices, or case descriptions, and is closely related to concepts like study design, context, methodology, and ethical review.