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Kenneth Timmis1, Paul Rainey2,3, Purificación Lopez-García4

  • 1Institute for Microbiology, Technical University of Braunschweig, Braunschweig, Germany.

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Summary

Scientific academies, as independent public institutions, must lead societal challenges through evidence-based stewardship, not just recognition. Their expertise, funded by public investment, is crucial for addressing critical issues like climate change and inequality.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Policy
  • Science Governance

Background:

  • Scientific academies are public institutions, not merely honorary societies.
  • They possess independence, expertise, and convening power vital for societal leadership.
  • Current challenges include climate instability, inequality, and declining public trust in science.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define the leadership role of scientific academies in addressing contemporary societal challenges.
  • To emphasize the duty of academies to act as stewards of public interest through evidence-based action.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of the role and function of scientific academies.
  • Examination of the responsibilities inherent in their public status and expertise.
  • Literature review on science governance and public trust.

Main Results:

  • Scientific academies have a stewardship obligation, distinct from mere authority.
  • This leadership involves setting standards, informing policy, mobilizing networks, and assessing impact.
  • Their public funding necessitates a commitment to addressing pressing societal issues.

Conclusions:

  • Scientific academies must leverage their unique attributes for public good.
  • Active stewardship by academies is essential for navigating complex global challenges.
  • The collective expertise of academies should be applied to critical societal needs.