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research-intensive

American  
[ri-surch-in-ten-siv] / rɪˈsɜrtʃ ɪnˌtɛn sɪv /

adjective

  1. focusing financial and other resources on research and development as opposed to capital and labor; noting or pertaining to a high ratio of expenditure on research in relation to the value of net output.


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The separation of Kenvue had left J&J focused on two broad areas: pharmaceuticals and medical devices, which are more research-intensive and generate higher profit margins than consumer-health products.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 14, 2025

Gompert, who is designated a High Ranked Scholar by ScholarGPS, has developed, with USU colleagues, a research-intensive, interactive introductory biology laboratory class to introduce undergraduates to research.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2024

In recruiting Vinson, Howard’s board of trustees reached into the leadership ranks of a prestigious club that encompasses the Ivy League and other research-intensive schools.

From Washington Post • May 2, 2023

Culpepper recently completed an analysis of policies for pandemic impact statements at 65 research-intensive universities in the United States and Canada.

From Science Magazine • Sep. 28, 2022

But Dr Tim Bradshaw, chief executive of the Russell Group, which represents 24 leading research-intensive universities, hopes that the consultation will lead to a resolution.

From BBC • Aug. 16, 2022

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