transdisziplinäres

Transdisziplinäres refers to a collaborative approach to research and problem-solving that integrates knowledge and methodologies from multiple academic disciplines with the insights and experiences of non-academic stakeholders. Unlike multidisciplinary approaches, which typically involve experts from different fields working in parallel, or interdisciplinary approaches, which focus on integrating knowledge from different disciplines, transdisciplinary research aims to go beyond academia. It seeks to address complex, real-world problems by bringing together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and community members. The goal is to create new knowledge that is both academically rigorous and practically useful, leading to innovative solutions and societal impact. This approach emphasizes co-creation, mutual learning, and shared responsibility among all participants. It acknowledges that many contemporary challenges, such as climate change, public health crises, or social inequality, cannot be adequately understood or solved from the perspective of a single discipline. Therefore, transdisziplinäres research fosters dialogue and collaboration across diverse perspectives and forms of expertise to achieve a more comprehensive understanding and effective action.