Interdisciplinary work is considered crucial by scientists, policymakers and funders — but how widespread is it really, and what impact does it have? Scholars say that the concept is complex to define ...

The most exciting landmark scientific achievements don't happen without researchers sharing and collaborating with others ...

Everyone in academe, especially administrators, seems to love it when faculty members engage in interdisciplinary projects. We praise it at every turn. But that said, interdisciplinary collaborations ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Scientists agree that solving some of society’s greatest challenges in biomedicine such as food sustainability, aging and disease treatment will need researchers from a variety of ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Purdue University, which has maintained a strategic focus on research combined with years of commitment in people and facilities, ranks No. 10 globally for research excellence ...