Global research and development: some new initiatives

Abstract

Purpose

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

Design/methodology/approach

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

Findings

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

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

Originality/value

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

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