cross-disciplinary integration
[ˈkrɔːs dɪsɪˈplɪneri ˌɪntɪˈɡreɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: integrações cross-disciplinares / integrações interdisciplinares
integração interdisciplinar
1. The process of combining knowledge, methods, and perspectives from multiple academic disciplines or fields of study to address complex problems or create comprehensive understanding
The research project achieved cross-disciplinary integration by combining insights from psychology, neuroscience, and sociology.
O projeto de pesquisa alcançou integração interdisciplinar ao combinar perspectivas da psicologia, neurociência e sociologia.
2. A collaborative approach in education or organizational contexts where different specialized fields work together toward shared goals
Cross-disciplinary integration in the curriculum allows students to see connections between mathematics, physics, and engineering.
A integração interdisciplinar no currículo permite que os alunos vejam conexões entre matemática, física e engenharia.
3. The structural or functional merging of distinct knowledge domains to improve innovation and problem-solving capabilities
The hospital implemented cross-disciplinary integration by creating teams of doctors, nurses, psychologists, and social workers.
O hospital implementou integração interdisciplinar criando equipes compostas por médicos, enfermeiros, psicólogos e assistentes sociais.
In Brazilian academic and corporate environments, cross-disciplinary integration reflects a growing emphasis on collaborative problem-solving and innovation. Universities increasingly promote this approach in graduate programs and research centers. In the USA, this concept is widely embraced in STEM education and business innovation, reflecting the shift toward holistic, systems-based thinking. The term is more commonly expressed as 'interdisciplinary integration' in formal Portuguese, while 'cross-disciplinary' remains an English-language expression increasingly adopted in international business and technology sectors.
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