Discovery Fundamental Units: Towards A Nested Framework of Templates for Convergent Innovation

The "Discovery Fundamental Units" by NASA's CAS project provides a modular framework for convergent innovation. This framework utilizes adaptable templates such as cards, canvases, and reports to foster multidisciplinary collaboration and tackle complex societal challenges. Rooted in methodologies like systems thinking and participatory design, it enhances knowledge management and accelerates innovation by structuring research into flexible units. While the approach seeks to balance adaptability with structure, it invites global refinement to scale transformative solutions for widespread benefit and use.