Amy Clipp (2009) gave a webinar for us that offered ideas for bridging the gap between science and policy, with a particular focus on helping scientists apply their work in complex, political environments.
As a starting point, the webinar examined the following questions:
- What do scientists need to know before they collaborate on high profile policy projects?
- How can scientists most productively work with diverse stakeholders?
- How and when should scientists share interim results?
Her stories are based on lessons learned advising the State of Louisiana on its 2012 Coastal Master Plan. For two years, she worked with Rand Corporation, some of the...
