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Title
To advocate or not is no longer the question: Paths to enhance scientific engagement
Author(s)
Wittemyer, George;Berger, Joel;Crooks, Kevin R.;Noon, Barry R.;Pejchar, Liba;Reed, Sarah E.;Savidge, Julie A.
Published
2018
Publisher
BioScience
Published Version DOI
https://doi.org/10.1093/biosci/bix134
Abstract
In an era defined by rapid communication, alternative facts, and the propagation of misinformation, the need for scientists to engage directly in public policy and education has never been greater (Pittinsky 2015). The ecological community has debated for decades whether scientists should publicly communicate their support for particular policy positions (Pielke 2007). However, fears that such involvement will undermine public perceptions of scientific objectivity appear to be overblown (Kotcher et al. 2017). Academic institutions have traditionally undervalued such engagement, and calls for redirecting science to serve society and the planet are increasing (Keeler et al. 2017).
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