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Ricky N Lawton1, Murray A Rudd
1Environment Department, University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD, UK, ricky_lawton@hotmail.com.
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|March 15, 2014
Summary
Scientists must bridge the science-policy gap to address biodiversity loss. Research impact requires understanding societal influences and using narrative analysis for effective policy uptake.
Area of Science:
- Environmental science
- Conservation biology
- Policy studies
Background:
- Urgent need to address biodiversity loss.
- Scientists urged to increase research salience for policymakers.
- Science-policy gap and divergent views persist.
Purpose of the Study:
- To bridge the science-policy gap.
- To develop a novel approach to evidence impact assessment.
- To account for societal influences on policy decisions.
Main Methods:
- Adapted existing policy approaches for evidence impact.
- Incorporated non-evidentiary societal influences.
- Utilized analytical tools from political science.
- Applied a narrative lens to analyze research impact in policy.
Main Results:
- Policy uptake is influenced by contextual variables.
- Societal factors significantly impact decision-making.
- A narrative lens enhances understanding of science-policy interactions.
Conclusions:
- Effective science communication requires understanding policy spheres.
- Credibility, legitimacy, and relevance are key for science in policy.
- The UK's ecosystem approach provides a case study for analysis.
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