This is the 14160th most frequent Russian word.
определяются
"Are defined" or "are determined."
Here, 'определяются' is used in the passive voice to indicate that the subject, 'results,' is being influenced or determined by the quality of the research.
Результаты определяются качеством исследования.
The results are determined by the quality of the research.
In this sentence, 'определяются' refers to the specification or definition of items such as rights within the context of the law.
В законе определяются основные права и обязанности граждан.
The law defines the main rights and duties of citizens.
The usage of 'определяются' here indicates that the goals are being established or determined during the initial phase.