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Lessons learned and recommendations in conducting solutions-driven environmental and public health research
Katherine N Canfield1, Bryan Hubbell2, Louie Rivers2
1U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Research and Development, Center for Environmental Measurement and Modeling, Atlantic Coastal Environmental Sciences Division, 27 Tarzwell Dr., Narragansett, RI, 02882, USA.
Journal of Environmental Management
|February 20, 2024
Summary
This study evaluated early solutions-driven research projects, finding that continuous engagement and clear success markers are crucial for effective transdisciplinary environmental problem-solving. Recommendations focus on improving researcher and stakeholder collaboration for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Transdisciplinary Research
- Environmental Problem-Solving
Background:
- Solutions-driven research (SDR) is a transdisciplinary approach integrating diverse expertise to address stakeholder-identified environmental issues.
- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) piloted SDR in projects on coastal nutrient management and wildland fire smoke impacts on indoor air quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To qualitatively evaluate early SDR projects.
- To provide transferable recommendations for enhancing researcher and stakeholder experiences and outcomes in transdisciplinary environmental research.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative evaluation of two EPA pilot projects using solutions-driven research.
- Data collection via semi-structured interviews with 17 EPA researchers and 12 stakeholders.
- Analysis of reflective case narratives and interview data using conventional content analysis.
Main Results:
- Continuous engagement between researchers and stakeholders is vital.
- Differing timelines and priorities present challenges in transdisciplinary collaboration.
- Establishing consistent markers of success is essential for all parties.
Conclusions:
- Clarity in roles and responsibilities improves transdisciplinary research.
- Sustained, multi-year project funding is necessary for successful SDR.
- Adaptability to evolving circumstances and clear project endpoints are key lessons.
Keywords:
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