Integration is often considered the core challenge and the defining characteristic of inter-and
trans-disciplinary (ITD) research. Given its importance, it is surprising that the current system …

abstract Synthesizing heterogeneous findings from different scientific disciplines, thematic
fields, and professional sectors is considered to be a critical component of inter-and …

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are being built into the fabric of today's organizations,
and utilizing such a lens is vital to understanding cross-cultural performance. Yet, most of the …

As a long-term social scientist and recent past director of the Institute for Social Research
(ISR) at the University of Michigan, I was asked by the editors of this new book to write a …

Abstract Theory of Change (ToC) has been promoted as a useful tool in sustainability
research for visioning, planning, communication, monitoring, evaluation and learning. It …

There is an increasing emphasis on transdisciplinary research to address the complex
challenges faced by health systems. However, research has not adequately explored how …

In this chapter we highlight research that illuminates the challenge of disciplinary diversity as
well as research that describes effective responses to this challenge. After a few preliminary …

The literature and practitioners both emphasise the need to involve universities in the
promotion and implementation of SDGs. On the other hand, the lack of practical solutions to …

The state of research in the Science of Team Science is characterised by a wide range of
findings on how successful research collaboration should be structured. However, it remains …

While several studies have been undertaken to understand the circular economy (CE) in
cities, there needs to be a comprehensive framework acknowledging why certain decisions …