Global health should be trans-disciplinary

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Authors: Roderick J. Lawrence
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Abstract

Trans-disciplinarity has no consensual definition and diverse interpretations coexist.It is important to accept this diversity and plurality while agreeing on a shared understanding during specific projects.Given the complex character of global health challenges, illustrated by the syndemic nature of COVID-19, trans-disciplinarity is pertinent and necessary for global health.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Global Health and Surgery Global Security and Public Health Science Research and Medicine

Publication details

Journal / source
BMC Global and Public Health
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Volume
4
Issue
1
Pages
10–10
Publication date
21 January 2026
Language
EN