Coming out of the ivory tower: how to ensure that ecological modelling research remains practical and applied

Citation

Bunnefeld N, Borger L, Nilsen EB, Basille M, Hall RJ, Ezard THG, Trierweiler C, Minderman J, Mangel M, Gaillard J & Milner-Gulland EJ (2007) Coming out of the ivory tower: how to ensure that ecological modelling research remains practical and applied. British Ecological Society Bulletin, 38 (4), pp. 64-66.

Abstract
Our aim here is to advocate the pedagogic and conceptual value of starting out simply in modelling, and gradually adding in complexity. Furthermore, interdisciplinary interactions with practitioners are crucial to ensure our work will be relevant and applicable to real-world situations. This combined approach will also help us in communicating effectively our results outside of academia, particularly in the context of shaping conservation policy.

Notes
Additional authors: Attendees of the Populations under Pressure symposium Output Type: Meeting Report

Journal
British Ecological Society Bulletin: Volume 38, Issue 4