The phrase "a rational foundation for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the basis or reasoning behind a particular idea, theory, or argument.
Example: "The research provides a rational foundation for the proposed changes in policy."
Alternatives: "a logical basis for" or "a reasoned groundwork for".
The quantitative analysis of biological systems with rigorous mathematical methods is expected to accelerate the introduction of novel drugs by providing a rational foundation for the systematic development of new medical therapies.
"African Sage Philosophy" is the name now commonly given to the body of thought produced by persons considered wise in African communities, and more specifically refers to those who seek a rational foundation for ideas and concepts used to describe and view the world by critically examining the justification of those ideas and concepts.
In case you're not familiar with it, this was an attempt to establish a rational foundation for morality.
These findings provide a strong foundation for investigations of the molecular basis of pathogenesis of SA-associated bovine mastitis, as well as a rational foundation for continuing the investigation of host specificity in this important human and animal pathogen.
Furthermore, structural and biochemical studies of substrate recognition by rNTrs will provide a rational foundation for therapeutic purposes.
It therefore permits a rational foundation for explanations of observed events and processes pertaining to the implementation of complex interventions in health care systems.
Since the credibility of the Bible rests upon belief in divine revelation, theology lacks a rational foundation.
In contrast to a prevailing relativism, Drescher demonstrates that both truth and ethics can be placed on a rational foundation.
The goal of this work was to provide decision makers in a region with the rational foundation for their discourse to develop and implement a smart energy system.
Jacobi's dilemma was a profound challenge to the German Enlightenment or Aufklärung, whose ultimate article of faith was that there must be some rational foundation for our moral and religious beliefs.
