This paper reports on results of the SURE facilitation and synthesis research (FSR) project for the funding priority SURE (Sustainable Development of Urban Regions) of the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). SURE engages ten collaborative projects which develop concepts and test locally implementable solutions and strategies for sustainable transformation of fast-growing urban […]
The process of synthesis is key for the consolidation of new insights from existing bodies of knowledge, information, and data. In connection to other knowledge processes, e.g., inspiration, research or analysis, synthesis – as an activity of connection and convergence – is central to creating meaning and understanding. It builds upon principles of integration, unification, […]
In today’s globalized world, cross-cultural settings, projects, and institutional setups are becoming increasingly common, presenting both opportunities and challenges. Knowledge creation and management plays a critical role in addressing these challenges by facilitating the sharing of information, ideas, and best practices across different cultures and contexts. However, effective knowledge creation and management in cross-cultural settings […]