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  • Environmental science
  • Conservation biology

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  • Increasing biodiversity loss and climate change present an alarming global crisis.
  • Scientific knowledge on the bioclimatic crisis is rapidly expanding.
  • A significant gap exists between scientific awareness and concrete action.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the behavior of ecology and climate science researchers amid the bioclimatic crisis.
  • To identify barriers hindering the translation of scientific knowledge into tangible environmental action.
  • To question the sufficiency of rational understanding in driving societal engagement and change.

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  • Qualitative reflection on researcher behavior and engagement.
  • Analysis of the relationship between scientific knowledge and societal action.
  • Discussion of potential barriers to environmental engagement.

Main Results:

  • A disproportionality between scientific knowledge and researcher engagement was observed.
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  • The environmental cost of scientific research itself is an additional consideration.

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  • There is an urgent need for researchers to reflect on their role and redirect actions.
  • Rethinking the approach to environmental challenges is crucial for effective conservation and climate action.