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researchers People who spend a lot of time studying things. ■ "Why did the researchers cross the road? To get to the other side of their study!"
bibliography A collection of all the sources used in a research paper, listed in alphabetical order by author's last name. ■ When writing a research paper on the history of chocolate, it is important to include a thorough bibliography so that other researchers can find and verify your information. For example: "According to Smith (2018), chocolate has been enjoyed for thousands of years by ancient civilizations such as the Maya and Aztecs. However, recent studies have shown that excessive chocolate consumption may lead to heart disease (Jones, 2019)."
Funding The act of providing financial support for a project or organization. ■ When the government announced they were cutting funding for the arts, many artists were left without their usual sources of income. But fear not! They banded together and started crowdfunding their projects on Kickstarter instead. A type of financial aid that is provided by a government or other organization for the purpose of supporting education or research. ■ "Funding opportunities" are often advertised on academic job boards, but most researchers would agree that the real treasure lies in finding a generous grant., A type of investment where an individual or organization provides money to support a project or business with the expectation of receiving a share of the profits. ■ "Venture capital" is a popular form of funding for start-ups, but it often comes with high interest rates and strict repayment terms. But hey, if you're willing to take the risk, it could be worth it in the end!, The act of making a lot of money through a successful business or project. ■ "Funding" can also refer to the amount of wealth an individual has accumulated. It's no wonder that many people are searching for ways to increase their funding!
Methodology A systematic approach to studying something, often involving the use of surveys or other quantitative methods. ■ When trying to determine the most popular color among cats, researchers used a methodology that involved conducting a survey and asking cat owners to identify their pets' favorite hue. The results showed that orange was by far the most popular color among feline friends.