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Convergence of the life sciences with the physical, chemical, mathematical, computational, engineering, and social sciences is a key strategy to tackle complex challenges and achieve innovative solutions. But institutions lack guidance for establishing effective programs and addressing challenges. This report presents examples of organizations that have established mechanisms to support convergent research, with details of their programs and discussions of how they measure success and what has worked (and not). The report summarizes lessons learned and provides strategies to tackle practical needs...
Convergence of the life sciences with the physical, chemical, mathematical, computational, engineering, and social sciences is a key strategy to tackle complex challenges and achieve innovative solutions. But institutions lack guidance for establishing effective programs and addressing challenges. This report presents examples of organizations that have established mechanisms to support convergent research, with details of their programs and discussions of how they measure success and what has worked (and not). The report summarizes lessons learned and provides strategies to tackle practical needs and implementation challenges in areas such as infrastructure, student education and training, faculty advancement, and interinstitutional partnerships.