In this week’s TL;DR Shorts we are revisiting Roger Magoulas, a computer scientist turned data science expert and data strategy consultant. Roger shares his thoughts on the benefits of a joined-up, systemic approach to research, development and innovation.
Roger says that, while some foundational research needs to be quite reductionist by its very nature, in order to move forward and discover and develop novel solutions to new challenges we need a different, more holistic approach.
Research conducted holistically, that encompasses systems-thinking and includes insights from a diverse range of research disciplines, is required to address the complex challenges we face as a society. By taking into account the interconnectedness and interdependencies within systems, researchers can gain a deeper understanding of how various factors interact and influence outcomes.
By including research from across multiple disciplines, it is possible to more thoroughly examine a range of issues, and analyse the similarities and differences in methodologies, theories, and outcomes to develop the most appropriate innovative solutions. An interdisciplinary, systems-oriented approach can foster collaboration, nurture creativity, and enhance the applicability of research findings in overcoming different challenges, ultimately contributing to more effective and sustainable solutions to real-world challenges.
If you’d like to hear more from Roger, look out for his podcast, “dataish”, coming soon. And if you’d like to suggest future contributors for our series or suggest some topics you’d like us to cover, drop Suze a message on one of our social media channels and use the hashtag #TLDRShorts. Subscribe now to be notified of each weekly release of the latest TL;DR Short, and catch up with the entire series here.
