Abstract
Science, interdisciplinarity, and the society
Highlights
Scientific research is organized within a range of different disciplines
In some cases, corresponding research may be of explicit societal relevance, incorporating trans-disciplinary aims and views
A prominent example within this exposition is the enterprise of interdisciplinary research on ‘‘Global Climate Change’’ which is of exceptional public interest
Summary
Scientific research is organized within a range of different disciplines. Besides some historical contingence, the recent landscape of academics reflects mainly divisions between different objects, terminologies, theories, and methods, which are represented by the specific disciplines. Scientific research is organized within a range of different disciplines. The recent landscape of academics reflects mainly divisions between different objects, terminologies, theories, and methods, which are represented by the specific disciplines. Research within these disciplines has contributed and still contributes to the solution of particular scientific and technical questions for the enhancement of human cognition and related practical capabilities.
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