Abandoning the usual disciplinary structures in science

Moving away from traditional disciplinary structures, some research establishments are experimenting with new ways of producing science. They have deliberately organised themselves to cross the borders of disciplines; the borders between public and private sectors; between basic research and applied science; or between Professional scientists, education practitioners and citizens. Through these explorations they are renewing research outcomes and relations between science and society. We will address these cross-cutting approaches with a specific interest in the interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary, engaging society in science, engaging young researchers and addressing grand societal challenges.