translational

IPA: trænzɫˈeɪʃʌnʌɫ

Relating to translation, in its various senses:
(translation studies) Relating the act of translating text etc. from one language into another.
(physics) Relating to movement of a body in a straight line.
(sciences) Relating to the transfer of scientific knowledge into practical applications.
(genetics) Relating to the process whereby a strand of mRNA directs assembly of amino acids into proteins.

Examples of "translational" in Sentences

Scientists call it "translational research" and Laura was its biggest champion.
Drummond and colleagues added a third hypothesis that they called translational robustness.
"We were particularly interested in this group because they're what we call translational researchers.
Staying in translational mode and how I wish I could read this in the original but here at last is Irmgard Keun's The Artificial Silk Girl, she who lived for some time in exile with Joseph Roth.
Through the further development of a graduate program in translational Research (MTR) that will provide in depth instruction in the fundamental skills, methodology, and principles necessary for the well trained independent clinical investigator we hope to provide an internal framework for PENN faculty and MDs enrolled in a fellowship program at Penn which will enable them to pursue a career in translational research.