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cross-disciplinary knowledge

[krɔːs dɪsɪˈplɪnəri ˈnɒlɪdʒ]
noun
conhecimento interdisciplinar
1. Knowledge and understanding that integrates concepts, methods, and perspectives from multiple academic disciplines or fields of study
Modern environmental science requires cross-disciplinary knowledge combining biology, chemistry, and physics.
A ciência ambiental moderna requer conhecimento interdisciplinar que combine biologia, química e física.
2. The ability to apply insights from different fields to solve complex problems or create innovative solutions
The startup's success was built on cross-disciplinary knowledge spanning technology, business, and design.
O sucesso da startup foi construído sobre conhecimento interdisciplinar que abrange tecnologia, negócios e design.
Synonyms
interdisciplinary knowledgemultidisciplinary knowledgetransdisciplinary knowledgeknowledge integration
Antonyms
single-discipline knowledgespecialized knowledgediscipline-specific knowledge

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conhecimento interdisciplinar
Most common usage in Brazilian academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
conhecimento transdisciplinar
Sometimes preferred in more advanced academic settings
Portugal
conhecimento interdisciplinar
Standard academic terminology in Portuguese universities
General Brazilian
saber multidisciplinar
Alternative colloquial expression

Related Idioms & Phrases

connecting the dots across disciplines
breaking down disciplinary silos
working across boundaries
bridging different fields of knowledge
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