Perceptions of interdisciplinary research and developments

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review current research and developments with particular reference to new interdisciplinary research and developments.

Design/methodology/approach

A general review and survey of selected research and development topics that result from an interdisciplinary approach is given.

Findings

The paper illustrates the multi‐ and trans‐disciplinary natures of studies in cybernetics systems and management science with a view to further research and development activity.

Practical implications

The choice of reviews provides an awareness of current trends in these areas of endeavour.

Originality/value

The reviews are selected from a global database and give a studied assessment of current research and development initiatives.

Citation

Rudall, B.H. and Mann, C.J.H. (2010), "Perceptions of interdisciplinary research and developments", Kybernetes, Vol. 39 No. 7, pp. 1093-1096. https://doi.org/10.1108/03684921011062700