This is the 1700th most frequent Portuguese word.
científica
"Scientific."
In this sentence, 'científica' is used as an adjective to describe 'research', indicating its relation to science.
A pesquisa científica é fundamental para o progresso da sociedade.
Scientific research is fundamental for societal progress.
Here, 'científica' functions as an adjective describing a person (writer), denoting that her work pertains to scientific topics.
Ela é uma escritora científica respeitada em sua área.
She is a respected scientific writer in her field.
In this sentence, 'científica' serves as an adjective to characterize the approach taken, emphasizing its methodical and science-related nature.