Evidence-based policymaking: A review

South African Journal of Science

Maronel Steyn¹  Shanna Nienaber²  Karen Nortje²  Nikki Funke²  Wilma Strydom² 

[1] CSIR, Natural Resources and the Environment, Stellenbosch;CSIR, Natural Resources and the Environment;

关键词: evidence-based policy;    evidence uptake;    policymaking;    political decision-making;    rational policymaking;    science - policy interface;   

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来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

The process of facilitating the uptake of evidence, for example, scientific research findings, into the policymaking process is multifaceted and thus complex. It is therefore important for scientists to understand this process in order to influence it more effectively. Similarly, policymakers need to understand the complexities of the scientific process to improve their interaction with the scientific sphere. This literature review addresses those factors that influence the uptake of scientific evidence into policymaking, the barriers to using science in policymaking, as well as recommendations for improved science - policymaking interaction. A visual diagram of the gears of a car is used to convey the message of the complexities around the engagement between science and policymaking. It is concluded that the issue of evidence-based policymaking remains unresolved and questions for future research on the science - policy interface are raised.

【 授权许可】

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