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Shark scientists want their research to help save threatened species, but don’t know how. Our new paper can help.

Posted on December 1, 2025 By David Shiffman
Shark scientists want their research to help save threatened species, but don’t know how. Our new paper can help.
Conservation, Education, Science

Sharks are some of the most threatened animals on Earth, and accordingly many scientists who study sharks want their research to be useful for conservation. However, most scientific training does not include a detailed explanation of the policymaking process, resulting in lots of shark research being positioned as relevant to conservation and policy when it … Read More “Shark scientists want their research to help save threatened species, but don’t know how. Our new paper can help.” »

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