aimed to investigate vs aimed at investigate

The correct phrase is 'aimed to investigate.' 'Aimed at investigate' is incorrect. 'Aimed to' is the correct construction when expressing the purpose or goal of an action.

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aimed to investigate

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate the purpose or goal of an action, in this case, investigating something.

Examples:

The study aimed to investigate the effects of climate change on marine life.
The research project is aimed to investigate new treatment options for the disease.
The team aimed to investigate the impact of social media on mental health.
The committee aimed to investigate the allegations of corruption within the organization.
The program is aimed to investigate the cultural differences between the two countries.

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May 20, 2011 ... We aimed to investigate antibacterial activity of this drug in this study. We aimed at investigating antibacterial activity of this drug in this study.
OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to investigate a relationship between maternal periodontal disease and preterm birth, low birth weight and late miscarriage.
In the present study, we aimed to investigate the expression pattern of p53, Bcl-2 and C-Myc in CRC tissues obtained from Egyptian colorectal cancer patients ...
Jan 12, 2013 ... Developing Young Thinkers: An Exploratory Experimental Study Aimed to Investigate Design Thinking and Performance in Children.

Alternatives:

intended to investigate
sought to investigate
focused on investigating
strived to investigate
set out to investigate

aimed at investigate

This phrase is incorrect in English. The preposition 'at' is not used in this context.

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A semi structured interviewed was carried out. aimed at investigate their own beliefs about relational competence, technical-operational and organizational skills ...
Jul 1, 2013 ... AIM: The present study aimed at investigate the effects of a computerized decision support system and an educational program as intervention ...
The present study aimed at investigate the therapeutic effects of delayed puerarin treatment in neurological outcomes after middle cerebral artery occlusion ...
There was carryed out a descriptive study aimed at investigate relations between psychological well-being and emotional intelligence. There was a convenience ...

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aimed to investigate vs aimed at investigate