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laut dem Stand der Forschung

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression

formal, academic

How it works

This is an adverbial phrase introduced by the preposition 'laut' (according to), which typically takes the dative case (dem Stand). 'Der Stand der Forschung' literally translates to 'the state of the research' or 'the current state of research'. The phrase is used to introduce information or conclusions that are supported by the most up-to-date scientific or academic understanding.

Sample sentences

Laut dem Stand der Forschung ist die Klimaerwärmung unbestreitbar.

According to the current state of research, global warming is undeniable.

Die Therapieerfolge sind laut dem Stand der Forschung vielversprechend.

The therapeutic successes are promising, according to the current state of research.

Wir müssen unsere Methoden kontinuierlich anpassen, laut dem Stand der Forschung.

We must continuously adapt our methods, according to the current state of research.

Quick facts

prepositionCase:'laut' is a preposition that can take either genitive or dative. In this context, 'dem Stand' (dative masculine singular) is the most common and grammatically preferred usage, especially in spoken language and increasingly in written language. Genitive ('des Standes') is also possible but less frequent here.

scientificContext:The phrase is predominantly used in scientific, academic, or journalistic contexts when referring to scientific findings.

Often used with

laut Experten

laut Bericht

laut der aktuellen Studie

nach dem Stand der Technik

der aktuelle Stand der Forschung

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Example

Laut dem Stand der Forschung ist die Klimaerwärmung unbestreitbar.

According to the current state of research, global warming is undeniable.

Die Therapieerfolge sind laut dem Stand der Forschung vielversprechend.

The therapeutic successes are promising, according to the current state of research.