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Transdisciplinary research combining anthropology and engineering offers significant benefits but lacks sustained support. Recognizing this integration as a new field, anthroengineering, is proposed to ensure long-term advancements and facilitate researcher development.

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  • Social Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Interdisciplinary Studies

Background:

  • Transdisciplinary research is increasingly recognized for its value in addressing complex questions.
  • However, the dissolution of support after specific questions are answered limits long-term benefits.
  • The integration of anthropology and engineering has yielded advances in design, human evolution, and medical technologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose the formal recognition of the integration of anthropology and engineering as a new, independent field: anthroengineering.
  • To define anthroengineering and illustrate its applications.
  • To discuss the necessity and future potential of anthroengineering.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing interdisciplinary work between anthropology and engineering.
  • Development of a working definition for anthroengineering.
  • Exploration of current and potential applications and future directions.

Main Results:

  • The integration of anthropology and engineering has a history of success but lacks formal recognition.
  • Formalizing anthroengineering would enable researchers to establish labs, secure jobs, and secure funding.
  • Potential novel applications and future research avenues for anthroengineering were identified.

Conclusions:

  • Formalizing anthroengineering as a distinct field is crucial for its sustained growth and long-term impact.
  • This recognition will support researchers and foster innovation at the intersection of anthropology and engineering.
  • Anthroengineering offers a promising framework for future interdisciplinary advancements.