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Global research and development: some new initiatives

B.H. Rudall (Norbert Wiener Institute and Bangor University, Bangor, UK)
C.J.H. Mann (Norbert Wiener Institute and Bangor University, Bangor, UK)

Kybernetes

ISSN: 0368-492X

Article publication date: 12 June 2009

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Abstract

Purpose

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This paper aims to review current research and developments with particular reference to some global initiatives.

Design/methodology/approach

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A general review and survey of selected research and development topics is given, and studies of some new projects and programmes discussed.

Findings

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Illustrates the multi‐ and trans‐disciplinary natures of studies in cybernetics, systems and management science, with a view to further research and development activity.

Practical implications

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The choice of reviews provides an awareness of current trends in these areas of endeavour.

Originality/value

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The reviews are selected from a global database and give a studied‐assessment of current research and development initiatives.

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Citation

Rudall, B.H. and Mann, C.J.H. (2009), "Global research and development: some new initiatives", Kybernetes, Vol. 38 No. 6, pp. 853-859. https://doi.org/10.1108/03684920910973117

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2009, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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