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Integrated research (IR) is about achieving holistic understanding of complex biophysical & social issues & problems. It is driven by the need to improve understanding about such systems & to improve resource mgmt. by using the results of IR processes. Integrated questions drives the search for integrated understand., but tradition, inertia, institutional culture, budgets, training, & lack of effective leadership foster reductionism or minimal degrees of integration rather than any substantial, sustainable effort toward integrated research. This paper discusses a phased approach to framing IR questions & addressing the substantial barriers that impede integrated efforts. Progress must begin with more effective leadership throughout various levels of a research org.
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