Engaging Early-Career Scientists in Global Policy-Making

Area of Science:

• Science and policy interface
• Global health security
• Environmental science

Background:

• Global challenges necessitate international cooperation and evidence-informed policies.
• Scientist engagement in policy-making is crucial but faces complex international barriers.
• Early-career scientists' perspectives are vital for shaping global policy.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore mechanisms and barriers for scientists, particularly early-career researchers, engaging in global policy-making.
• To identify key stakeholders and strategies for enhancing scientist involvement in policy.
• To provide examples from chemistry-related disciplines on contributing to global policy.

Main Methods:

• Review of existing mechanisms for scientist-policy engagement.
• Analysis of barriers faced by early-career scientists.
• Case studies and examples from chemistry-related fields.

Main Results:

• Scientific academies, societies, universities, and networks are key stakeholders.
• Adaptation of structures within these organizations can foster engagement.
• Awareness, resources, training, and networking are critical for connecting scientists with policymakers.

Conclusions:

• Enhanced engagement of early-career scientists in policy-making is essential for addressing global challenges.
• Stakeholders must adapt to facilitate scientist contributions to evidence-informed policies.
• Targeted initiatives are needed to connect emerging scientists with global decision-makers.