1. Disciplines or fields of knowledge that are disconnected, disorganized, or lack cohesion and integration
The research revealed fragmented areas of study that prevented a comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon.
A pesquisa revelou áreas fragmentadas de estudo que impediram uma compreensão abrangente do fenômeno.
2. Separate, unrelated branches of academic inquiry that would benefit from interdisciplinary connection
Without proper funding, fragmented areas of study cannot collaborate effectively.
Sem financiamento adequado, as áreas fragmentadas de estudo não podem colaborar efetivamente.