Other – Specificities of IIMS



Other – Specificities of IIMS

Interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary scientific research is based on the integration of knowledge, methods, and perspectives from different scientific fields to achieve a deeper understanding of complex phenomena and solve contemporary problems that transcend the boundaries of individual disciplines. The interdisciplinary approach involves the synthesis and creation of new concepts through the mutual interweaving of disciplines, while the multidisciplinary approach enables the examination of problems from multiple perspectives without necessarily integrating methodological frameworks. Both approaches require openness to collaboration, methodological flexibility, and the adaptation of evaluation criteria to fully realize their potential, while simultaneously posing challenges in terms of coordination, communication, and the alignment of different research paradigms.

Interdisciplinary Approach

Interdisciplinary research involves the synthesis of theoretical frameworks and methods from different scientific disciplines to create new concepts or solve complex problems. This approach leads to the blending of disciplines, where knowledge from one field is transformed and adapted to another, often resulting in innovations. For example, biomedical research increasingly incorporates mathematical modeling and artificial intelligence, while ecological studies integrate sociological and economic factors in climate change analysis.

The main challenge of the interdisciplinary approach is establishing a common language among researchers from different fields, as well as developing methodologies that can integrate diverse scientific paradigms. Additionally, evaluating interdisciplinary work can be complex, as traditional assessment criteria often do not account for its unique nature.

Multidisciplinary Approach

Unlike interdisciplinary research, the multidisciplinary approach involves the parallel existence of multiple disciplines working on the same problem without necessarily integrating their methods and theories. Each discipline maintains its autonomy and contributes to the research from its own perspective. For instance, in sustainable urban development projects, architects, ecologists, economists, and sociologists may work together, but each within their respective domains.

Multidisciplinary work often results in a broad spectrum of data and findings, but synthesizing them into a coherent whole can be challenging. Therefore, effective coordination among teams and clearly defined research objectives are essential to ensure that each discipline’s contribution is complementary.

 

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