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A Guide to Systems Research

Part of the Translational Systems Sciences Book Series (volume 10)

Editors: Edson, Mary C.; Buckle Henning, Pamela; Sankaran, Shankar

DOI: 10.1007/978-981-10-0263-2

ISBN: 978-981-10-0262-5

Publisher: Springer Singapore - Springer Journals

Dec 18, 2016

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Philosophical Foundations of Systems Research

Hammond, Debora

Pages: 1 –19

[This chapter serves as introduction to the evolution of systems theory and practice in order to articulate a framework for systems research. It begins with a discussion of the meaning and significance of systems research, articulating both a distinction and a relationship between research into...
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Systems Research Framework

Kineman, John J.

Pages: 21 –57

[In this chapter, we make the proposal that a system is a whole unit of nature. We then propose a systems research framework, specifically the PAR Holon Framework that can yield a holistic form of systems analysis. By whole is meant a natural unit that is a self-related cycle of causes. The...
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Problem Structuring and Research Design in Systemic Inquiry

Edson, Mary C.; Klein, Louis

Pages: 59 –80

[The central question of this chapter is, “How are inquiries into problems structured and designed to conduct research in a systemic (holistic, comprehensive, complicated, and complex), as well as systematic (logical, rigorous, and disciplined) way?” The focus is on Problem Structuring and...
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Modeling and Simulation

Kineman, John J.

Pages: 81 –109

[Modeling in academic and applied disciplines has many interpretations, often confusing true modeling with simulation and analogy. In this chapter, we focus on extensions of the work of the mathematical biologist Robert Rosen to examine a formal view of whole system analysis and modeling. Rosen...
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Taking Action Using Systems Research

Sankaran, Shankar

Pages: 111 –142

[The aim of this chapter is to guide you to conduct your systems research project. It will start suggesting some ways to establish a research project based on traditional project management principles and compare it with ways in which a systems researcher might set a research project. It will...
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Systems Research Reporting

Varey, Will

Pages: 143 –175

[The competent design, planning, undertaking, and analysis of systems research deserves to be reported well to reflect its systemic strengths. The very best systems research will evidence a systemic approach in its structure, content, and overall contribution to the field. To enable a systemic...
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Competencies Necessary for Systems Research

Buckle Henning, Pamela

Pages: 177 –198

[Conducting systems research requires both knowledge and competence. This chapter outlines key perceptual competencies demanded of systems researchers. We begin with the ability to perceive the presence of systemic wholes and parts. Next, we consider competencies involved in perceiving key...
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Evaluating the Impact of Systems Research

Edson, Mary C.; Metcalf, Gary S.

Pages: 199 –234

[A central challenge of systems research is expressing implicit understanding of change and making it explicit. The goal of this guide is to address, “What distinguishes systems research from other forms of research?” Defining what constitutes good systemic research requires explanation about...

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