Should applications emphasize only one focus area, given that many problems may require the attention of several disciplinary areas?
Depending on the problem model that is identified in the application, it is possible that several focus areas may need to be addressed. Although problems can be addressed through an interdisciplinary and comprehensive approach, an application should identify one of the six focus areas as a predominant area of focus for the purpose of this competition. Other areas should be considered as supportive.
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