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cross-disciplinary work

[krɔːs dɪsɪˈplɪnəri wɜːrk]
nounpl: cross-disciplinary works
trabalho interdisciplinar
1. Collaborative work or research that integrates methods, perspectives, and knowledge from multiple academic disciplines or fields of study
The university promoted cross-disciplinary work by creating joint research centers between engineering and biology departments.
A universidade promoveu trabalho interdisciplinar ao criar centros de pesquisa conjuntos entre os departamentos de engenharia e biologia.
2. Professional projects that require expertise and contributions from professionals in different specializations
Urban planning requires cross-disciplinary work involving architects, engineers, sociologists, and environmental scientists.
O planejamento urbano requer trabalho interdisciplinar envolvendo arquitetos, engenheiros, sociólogos e cientistas ambientais.
Synonyms
interdisciplinary workmultidisciplinary worktransdisciplinary workcollaborative researchintegrated research
Antonyms
disciplinary workspecialized worksiloed research

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho interdisciplinar
Most common usage in Brazilian academia and professional settings
São Paulo
trabalho multidisciplinar
Alternative term used in business and corporate contexts
Portugal
trabalho interdisciplinar
Standard term in Portuguese academic and research communities
General Brazilian
trabalho transdisciplinar
Used in advanced academic settings emphasizing complete integration

Related Idioms & Phrases

break down silos
bridge disciplines
work across boundaries
integrate perspectives
collaborate across fields
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