Transdisciplinary complexity science: deepening system understanding for sustainability
de Jager, Lynn A Bal, Michèlle Baudena, Mara van den Broek, Karlijn L Davis, Natalie van Bruggen, Anne R et al.
de Jager, Lynn A
Bal, Michèlle
Baudena, Mara
van den Broek, Karlijn L
Davis, Natalie
van Bruggen, Anne R
et al.
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Open Access
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Article
Language
en
Date of publication
2025-08-23
Year of publication
Research Projects
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Journal Issue
Title
Transdisciplinary complexity science: deepening system understanding for sustainability
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Hum Soc Sci Commun 2025; 12:1384
Abstract
The complex and contextual nature of sustainability challenges demands an approach that integrates quantitative complexity science with transdisciplinary approaches to create an integrated understanding of system change. We present a systematic literature analysis from an emerging field we term Transdisciplinary Complexity Science for Sustainability and derive best practices for how this research approach can foster learning and action for sustainability. Based on our analyses, we identify key areas for future research and provide concrete recommendations for carrying out Transdisciplinary Complexity Science for Sustainability.