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Ivy Shiue1, Leah Samberg2, Benard Kulohoma3
1School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, Heriot-Watt University, Riccarton, Edinburgh EH14 4AS, Scotland, UK. I.shiue@hw.ac.uk.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|November 13, 2014
Summary
Early career scientists emphasize that diverse global collaboration breaks down research barriers for complex problems. They propose systematic thinking for monitoring socio-ecological systems and defining a "good" anthropocene.
Area of Science:
- Interdisciplinary research
- Ecology and human wellbeing
- Green economy transition
Background:
- Challenges in scientific integration across disciplines, cultures, and languages.
- Early career scientists' vital role in identifying obstacles and opportunities for innovative solutions.
- Need for multi-disciplinary approaches to address complex global issues.
Framework:
- Consensus on the power of diverse, international collaboration among early career researchers.
- Proposal for global systematic thinking to monitor socio-ecological systems.
- Development of criteria for a 'good' anthropocene.
Implementation:
- Workshop involving early career researchers from diverse backgrounds (May 25-31, 2014, Villa Vigoni, Italy).
- Collaboration between International Council for Science, International Social Science Council, and other initiatives.
- Funding provided by the German Research Foundation.
Implications:
- Bridging gaps between research, media, and education through governance.
- Linking scientific endeavors with sustainable development goals.
- Fostering a global network for tackling interconnected environmental and social challenges.
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