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The author's reply to N.R. Haddaway.

M Cristina Mangano1, G Sarà2

  • 1Department of Earth and Marine Science (DiSTeM), University of Palermo, Viale delle Scienze Ed. 16, 90128 - Palermo, Italy; Consorzio Nazionale Interuniversitario per le Science del Mare (CoNISMa), Piazzale Flaminio 9, 00196 - Roma, Italy.

Journal of Environmental Management
|March 27, 2017
PubMed
Summary

This study defends its systematic mapping exercise on marine drilling platforms, confirming its rigor and reliability. The findings provide a strong evidence-based foundation for informing public opinion and policy on environmental effects.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Marine Biology
  • Ecology

Background:

  • A systematic map was conducted to collate evidence on the environmental effects of marine drilling platforms in the Mediterranean Sea.
  • A commentary raised concerns regarding potential pitfalls in the systematic mapping exercise.
  • This reply addresses the commentary, defending the methodology and findings of the systematic map.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To respond to criticisms regarding a systematic mapping exercise on marine drilling platforms.
  • To reaffirm the robustness and validity of the systematic map's methodology.
  • To emphasize the importance of evidence-based approaches for informing public opinion and policy.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic mapping methodology, adhering to core principles of repeatability, comprehensiveness, transparency, traceability, quality, and generalizability.
Keywords:
ComprehensivenessMinimum requirementRepeatabilitySystematic mapTailoringTransparency

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  • Addressing specific criticisms ('pitfalls') raised in a commentary.
  • Explaining tailored approaches and differentiating the methodology from standard systematic map protocols.

    • Main Results:

    • The core principles of the systematic map are deemed secure, meeting the 'gold standard' for systematic mapping.
    • The study's tailored approach was justified and necessary for the specific research context.
    • The evidence-based approach ensures a credible and effective knowledge baseline for end-users.

    Conclusions:

    • The systematic mapping exercise is scientifically sound and reliable.
    • The findings provide a solid foundation for a science-policy nexus regarding marine drilling impacts.
    • An accessible graphical evidence product was developed to aid end-users in understanding the findings.