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interdisciplinary fields

[ɪn.tɚ.dɪ'sɪ.plɪ.ner.i fiːldz]
nounpl: interdisciplinary fields
campos interdisciplinares
1. Areas of study or research that combine methods, theories, and perspectives from multiple academic disciplines to address complex problems
Biotechnology represents one of the most promising interdisciplinary fields combining biology, chemistry, and engineering.
A biotecnologia representa um dos campos interdisciplinares mais promissores, combinando biologia, química e engenharia.
2. Professional domains that require knowledge and expertise from diverse subject areas working collaboratively
Environmental science is an interdisciplinary field drawing from ecology, chemistry, geology, and policy studies.
A ciência ambiental é um campo interdisciplinar que se baseia em ecologia, química, geologia e estudos de políticas.
Synonyms
cross-disciplinary fieldsmultidisciplinary fieldstransdisciplinary fieldsintegrated fields
Antonyms
disciplinary fieldsspecialized fieldsmonodisciplinary fields

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
campos interdisciplinares
Standard usage in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
áreas interdisciplinares
Alternative commonly used in business and research sectors
Portugal
domínios interdisciplinares
Preferred term in European Portuguese academic discourse
Rio de Janeiro
campos interdisciplinares
Standard academic usage consistent with general Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

breaking down silos
crossing disciplinary boundaries
bridging disciplines
convergence of fields
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