About Us

Purpose

The association seeks to elevate Taiwan’s global stature and capabilities in interdisciplinary research and collaborative practice. By fostering dialogue and cooperation across disciplines and between science and society, we aim to address complex societal challenges.

VISION

AITE is dedicated to creating a dynamic, decentralized network of individuals and institutions that transcend disciplinary, institutional, cultural, sectoral, and geographical boundaries.

We advance theoretical and practical contributions by providing support, guidance, and expertise to promote interdisciplinary and intersectoral collaboration through context-sensitive approaches. Our commitment recognizes and values diverse paradigms, experiences, knowledge systems, methodologies, and ethical frameworks.

AITE's core focus is fostering a wide range of interdisciplinary research initiatives in Taiwan. We aim to enhance collaborative research capacity, integrate diverse perspectives, and drive innovation. Our ultimate goal is to cultivate an international community dedicated to addressing pressing societal needs.

As a platform, AITE promotes cross-disciplinary learning and exchange among researchers and educators across languages and borders, contributing to the development of professional communities. We collaboratively generate expertise, methodologies, and tools to support impactful interdisciplinary research and teaching projects.

Objectives

1.Address complex societal challenges and emerging needs.

2.Foster connections across disciplines and sectors to advance collaborative models in research and education.

3.Integrate and amplify existing efforts to enhance the collective impact of interdisciplinary research.

4.Strengthen capacities for interdisciplinary research and education.

Core Values

• Facilitate the exchange of ideas among a diverse community of scholars, educators, administrators, and the public, focusing on interdisciplinary and integrative approaches.

• Advocate for the adoption of best practices in interdisciplinary teaching and research methodologies.

• Encourage the exploration of foundational concepts and the development of new theoretical models to deepen the understanding of interdisciplinary approaches.

• Promote the practical application of interdisciplinary and integrative methodologies in addressing real-world challenges.

• Foster the dynamic interplay between interdisciplinary theory and practice through continual engagement and exploration.

• Support the development of high-quality interdisciplinary curricula for undergraduate and graduate education.

• Establish and promote certification standards for interdisciplinary programs.

• Provide best practices for the evaluation and assessment of interdisciplinary projects and curriculum initiatives.

• Advocate for the creation of administrative structures, personnel policies, and financial models within higher education that promote and sustain interdisciplinary teaching and research.

• Promote rigorous academic research into interdisciplinary and integrative education.

• Develop strategic initiatives to strengthen interdisciplinary efforts within and beyond academic institutions.

• Document and communicate the societal impact and significance of interdisciplinary research and education on higher education and society as a whole.