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Epistemology of ignorance: The contribution of philosophy to the science-policy interface of marine biosecurity
Frontiers in marine science, Vol.10, 1178949
2023
Abstract
Marine ecosystems are under increasing pressure from human activity, yet successful management relies on knowledge. The evidence-based policy (EBP) approach has been promoted on the grounds that it provides greater transparency and consistency by relying on 'high quality' information. However, EBP also creates epistemic responsibilities. Decision-making where limited or no empirical evidence exists, such as is often the case in marine systems, creates epistemic obligations for new information acquisition. We argue that philosophical approaches can inform the science-policy interface. Using marine biosecurity examples, we specifically examine the epistemic challenges in the acquisition and acceptance of evidence to inform policy, discussing epistemic due care and biases in consideration of evidence.
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- Title
- Epistemology of ignorance: The contribution of philosophy to the science-policy interface of marine biosecurity
- Authors/Creators
- Anne Schwenkenbecher - Murdoch University, Centre for Biosecurity and One HealthChad Hewitt - Murdoch University, Centre for Biosecurity and One HealthRemco HeesenMarnie L. Campbell - Australian Maritime CollegeDr Oliver Fritsch - Murdoch University, Centre for Terrestrial Ecosystem Science and SustainabilityAndrew T. KnightErin Nash
- Publication Details
- Frontiers in marine science, Vol.10, 1178949
- Publisher
- Frontiers Media SA
- Identifiers
- 991005599570307891
- Copyright
- © 2023 Schwenkenbecher et al.
- Murdoch Affiliation
- Centre for Biosecurity and One Health; Centre for Terrestrial Ecosystem Science and Sustainability; School of Environmental and Conservation Sciences
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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- 10 Arts & Humanities
- 10.126 Philosophy
- 10.126.1019 Epistemic and Moral Philosophy
- Web Of Science research areas
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- Marine & Freshwater Biology
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