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Achieving the SDGs through interdisciplinary research in global health
Sibylle L Herzig Van Wees1, Mats Målqvist1, Rachel Irwin2
1Department of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University, Sweden.
Scandinavian Journal of Public Health
|November 30, 2018
Summary
Interdisciplinary research is crucial for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Overcoming challenges in collaboration and funding is essential for global health research and education to translate into action.
Area of Science:
- Global Health Research
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Background:
- The Swedish Global Health Research Conference (2018) focused on Sweden's contribution to SDGs.
- Interdisciplinary research and teaching were highlighted as vital for achieving SDGs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss conceptual and structural challenges hindering interdisciplinary research.
- To advocate for overcoming these barriers to advance global health research and SDG achievement.
Main Methods:
- Drawing upon a workshop at the conference with diverse participants (academics, private sector, civil society).
- Analyzing challenges to interdisciplinary engagement within the Swedish context, with broader applicability.
Main Results:
- Identified significant conceptual and structural barriers to interdisciplinary research.
- Emphasized the interconnectedness of SDGs and the necessity of interdisciplinary approaches.
Conclusions:
- Interdisciplinary research is essential for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
- A paradigm shift in valuing knowledge and changes in funding structures are needed.
- Strengthening interdisciplinary global health teaching is recommended.
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