Chapter 15

Inquiry within, between, and beyond disciplines

Jennifer E Crossa, Becca Jablonskib and Meagan Schipanskic aColorado State University, Sociology bColorado State University, Agricultural and Resource Economics cColorado State University, Soil and Crop Sciences

Abstract

As scientists are called to solve complex problems, they need more than subject area depth and sophisticated methodological tools, they need to build relationships, trust, and common languages across disciplines. This chapter explores how one large transdisciplinary team formed and evolved. Through the description of one team's journey, this chapter will explore the common challenges (stakeholder engagement, working across disciplines, conflict resolution, team ...

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