Designing a collective prototype of future (sub)tropical science

Higino, Gracielle; Anujan, Krishna; Boakye, Mickey; Degano, Massimo; Forero-Muñoz, Norma-Rocio; Strydom, Tanya

doi:10.32942/x2vc86

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“…The benefits of such moves consist of (i) strengthened non-English language journals; (ii) widened communities of scientists with access to contemporary and international scientific debates; (iii) a broader empathetic understanding of the struggles of writing in second/third languages. These steps can reduce the biases and barriers imposed by language in publishing and ignite further debate towards an inclusive global science, such as surpassing the often painstaking task of speaking another language in professional contexts (e.g., international conferences, graduate school) through dedicated support or real-time translation (Carter, 2016;Higino et al, 2023).…”

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Decolonising ecological research: A generative discussion between Global North geographers and Global South field ecologists

Soares,

Franco,

Leal

et al. 2023

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In this article we draw on recent debates in ecology and human geography on the project of decolonising academic practice. Our objective is to address two key questions via a generative discussion across disciplines: what can ecologists learn from ongoing debates in human geography? And how might those learnings translate back into geographical praxis? We make the central argument that vibrant debates in human geography can push ecologists to take more radical steps towards a decolonial vision that, in turn, can guide geographers to a more material decolonising praxis. We build this argument by working through various dis/connections—between ecology/human geography, theory/praxis, South/North—in the wider project of decolonising academia to provoke critical reflection around the themes of (i) language and publishing; (ii) collaboration and ‘inclusion’; and (iii) the geographies of ecological research.

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Decolonising ecological research: A generative discussion between Global North geographers and Global South field ecologists

Soares,

Franco,

Leal

et al. 2023

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Strategies for advancing inclusive biodiversity research through equitable practices and collective responsibility

Valdez,

Damasceno,

et al. 2024

Conservation Biology

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Biodiversity research is essential for addressing the global biodiversity crisis, necessitating diverse participation and perspectives of researchers from a wide range of backgrounds. However, conservation faces a significant inclusivity problem because local expertise from biodiversity‐rich but economically disadvantaged regions is often underrepresented. This underrepresentation is driven by linguistic bias, undervalued contributions, parachute science practices, and capacity constraints. Although fragmented solutions exist, a unified multistakeholder approach is needed to address the interconnected and systemic conservation issues. We devised a holistic framework of collective responsibility across all research participants and tailored strategies that embrace diversity and dismantle systemic barriers to equitable collaboration. This framework delineates the diverse actors and practices required for promoting inclusivity in biodiversity research, assigning clear responsibilities to researchers, publishers, institutions, and funding bodies. Strategies for researchers include cultivating self‐awareness, expanding literature searches, fostering partnerships with local experts, and promoting knowledge exchange. For institutions, we recommend establishing specialized liaison roles, implementing equitable policies, allocating resources for diversity initiatives, and enhancing support for international researchers. Publishers can facilitate multilingual dissemination, remove financial barriers, establish inclusivity standards, and ensure equitable representation in peer review. Funders must remove systemic barriers, strengthen research networks, and prioritize equitable resource allocation. Implementing these stakeholder‐specific strategies can help dismantle deep‐rooted biases and structural inequities in biodiversity research, catalyzing a shift toward a more inclusive and representative model that amplifies diverse perspectives and maximizes collective knowledge for effective global conservation.

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Designing a collective prototype of future (sub)tropical science

Cited by 2 publications

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Decolonising ecological research: A generative discussion between Global North geographers and Global South field ecologists

Decolonising ecological research: A generative discussion between Global North geographers and Global South field ecologists

Strategies for advancing inclusive biodiversity research through equitable practices and collective responsibility

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