Evaluating Transdisciplinary Approaches

Transdisciplinary (TD) approaches to research and innovation can transform policy, perspectives,

and behavior to directly address or build capacity towards meeting global challenges. The number

of science-based organizations investing in TD research is growing. Sustained support for this work

requires clear and effective communication about its potential impact to a variety of stakeholders,

including funders and policymakers. Capturing and communicating the full impact of these projects

requires a new approach to evaluating them. This document compiles the results of a workshop

that was convened to develop such an approach.