Integration of Human Knowledge:
Parameter: Degree of synthesis and accessibility of global knowledge.
Indicators: Growth of interdisciplinary research, open-access knowledge repositories (e.g., arXiv, PubMed), or the development of unified knowledge frameworks (e.g., semantic web technologies). Progress is evident when knowledge becomes less siloed and more universally accessible.
Example: The rise of platforms like ResearchGate, where researchers share findings globally, or AI-driven knowledge synthesis tools.