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  • Environmental science
  • Social science
  • Policy studies

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  • Societal challenges like climate change and resource management require evidence-based solutions.
  • Scientific advisory bodies face difficulties in addressing diverse, time-sensitive issues with complex stakeholder needs.
  • Existing institutional arrangements for scientific advice vary widely in structure and effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the potential of boundary organizations in enhancing scientific advisory functions.
  • To address the challenges faced by scientific advisors in providing timely and contextually relevant advice.
  • To improve the quality and impact of scientific advice on socio-environmental issues.

Main Methods:

  • Case study analysis of the California Ocean Science Trust.
  • Examination of the role of boundary organizations in supporting science advisory functions.
  • Qualitative assessment of advisory processes and stakeholder engagement.

Main Results:

  • Boundary organizations can effectively link disparate stakeholder communities with science advisors.
  • These organizations help adjudicate competing expertise and navigate science-politics tensions.
  • A "honest broker" role is supported, improving the nuance and credibility of scientific advice.

Conclusions:

  • Formally associated boundary organizations are crucial for effective scientific advice on complex socio-environmental issues.
  • Boundary organizations enhance the ability of science advisors to manage diverse issues and stakeholder interests.
  • The California Ocean Science Trust exemplifies the success of boundary organizations in ocean and coastal management.