From Absolute Theories to Creative Experiences - The Many Faces of Interdisciplinarity

Explore a thought-provoking lecture that challenges traditional views of interdisciplinarity by examining it beyond the theory-practice dichotomy. Delve into a non-technical review of knowledge theory to understand how we approach reality as an interdisciplinary object of inquiry, ranging from absolute theories with immutable laws to creative experiences shaped by contextual events. Learn how this multi-faceted approach can be applied to complex global challenges like climate change and social inequality, while discovering a methodology for engaging interdisciplinary teams. Gain insights from Dr. Tomas Veloz, director of Mathematical Modeling at CLEA (VUB), as he connects modern cognitive approaches with ancient worldviews to demonstrate how human life encompasses both discovery and creation of our surroundings and ourselves. Drawing from his extensive background in interdisciplinary mathematical modeling, complex adaptive systems, and philosophical work in quantum theory, Dr. Veloz presents a comprehensive framework for understanding and implementing interdisciplinary approaches to knowledge and problem-solving.