Uuringu

Uuringu is an Estonian noun used to denote research or a study. It is the genitive singular form of the noun uuring, and appears in compound phrases to indicate possession or relation to the study, such as uuringu tulemused (results of the study) or uuringu kavand (study design). In English translations, it is generally expressed as “of the study” or simply “study” in context.

In academic and policy contexts, uuringu is used to refer to the specific investigation being described. Common expressions include uuringu kavand (study design), uuringu metoodika (methodology), uuringu valim (study sample), and uuringu tulemused (study results). Detailed reporting of a uuring typically includes the research question, data collection methods, sample characteristics, data analysis, and conclusions.

Uuringud can be quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods, and often follow a standard research process: define a question or hypothesis, review relevant literature, collect and analyze data, and report findings. The term is widely used in universities, government statistics, and media to discuss scientific investigations and evidence-based conclusions.

See also: uuring (the broader concept of research), uurimus (study), uurimine (to carry out research).