MODERN TRENDS IN THE METHODOLOGY OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN THE GLOBAL SCIENTIFIC SPACE

Abstract

The article analyzes contemporary trends in the development of research methodology in the context of globalization, digital transformation, and the growing complexity of scientific knowledge. The relevance of the study is determined by the limitations of traditional methodological approaches in addressing complex and dynamic phenomena, as well as by the “reproducibility crisis,” which raises concerns about the reliability of scientific results. This necessitates the revision of methodological frameworks and the implementation of standards focused on transparency, openness, and reproducibility.
The aim of the article is to identify and systematize key global trends in research methodology and to substantiate their role in improving the quality of scientific knowledge. The study is based on general scientific methods, including analysis, synthesis, comparison, and generalization of recent international and national scholarly publications.
The paper highlights major methodological shifts, such as the development of open science practices that ensure accessibility of data and transparency of research processes; the growing role of interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches in solving complex problems; and the integration of qualitative and quantitative methods. Special attention is given to the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence, which significantly transform research processes. Their dual nature is emphasized: they enhance research efficiency while also posing challenges related to academic integrity, ethical responsibility, and algorithmic transparency.
The results indicate that modern research methodology is becoming more flexible, adaptive, and context-sensitive, reflecting a shift toward post-nonclassical scientific rationality. Ethical issues, particularly those related to data sharing and reuse, are identified as a key component of contemporary research practices. The study concludes that current methodological development is oriented toward openness, interdisciplinarity, and technological advancement, which together contribute to the quality and global integration of scientific knowledge.