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How do scientists impact society in the twenty-first century? Many scientists are increasingly interested in the impact that their research will have on the public. Scientists likewise must answer the question above when applying for funding from government agencies, particularly as part of the 'Broader Impacts' criterion of proposals to the US National Science Foundation. This book equips scientists in all disciplines to do just that, by providing an overview of the origins, history, rationale, examples, and case studies of broader impacts, primarily drawn from the author's experiences over the past five decades. Beyond including theory and evidence, it serves as a 'how to' guide for best practices for scientists. Although this book primarily uses examples from the NSF, the themes and best practices are applicable to scientists and applications around the world where funding also requires impacts and activities that benefit society.
How do scientists impact society in the twenty-first century? Many scientists are increasingly interested in the impact that their research will have on the public. Scientists likewise must answer the question above when applying for funding from government agencies, particularly as part of the 'Broader Impacts' criterion of proposals to the US National Science Foundation. This book equips scientists in all disciplines to do just that, by providing an overview of the origins, history, rationale, examples, and case studies of broader impacts, primarily drawn from the author's experiences over the past five decades. Beyond including theory and evidence, it serves as a 'how to' guide for best practices for scientists. Although this book primarily uses examples from the NSF, the themes and best practices are applicable to scientists and applications around the world where funding also requires impacts and activities that benefit society.
Preface; 1. Introduction – science, STEM, and society; 2. NSF and broader impacts; 3. Innovation, opportunity, and integration; 4. Communication and dissemination; 5. Promoting yourself and optimizing impact; 6. Collaboration, authorship, and networks; 7. Strategic versus curiosity science; 8. Know your audience; 9. Diversity, equity, and inclusion; 10. Mentoring and role models; 11. Formal K–12 education and partners; 12. Higher education; 13. Informal STEM learning in Museums and beyond; 14. Public participation and community (citizen) science; 15. Computers and cyber impacts; 16. Developing a broader impacts plan; 17. Project management and sustainability; 18. Were you successful? – evaluation and metrics; 19. Wrap-up, the future, and broader impacts 3.0; References; Index.
Provides invaluable guidance on how scientists can communicate the societal benefits of their work to the public and funding agencies.
Bruce J. MacFadden is Distinguished Professor at the University of Florida. He has written 200 peer-reviewed publications and a book (Fossil Horses: Systematics, Paleobiology, and Evolution of the Family Equidae, Cambridge, 1992). He was Principal Investigator of fifty NSF grants totaling more than $35 million over the past five decades. Professor MacFadden is a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Geological Society of America, and the Paleontological Society. He was President of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (1986–88) and President of the Paleontological Society (2018–20). A former NSF Progam Officer (2009–10), he teaches graduate seminars and provides professional development on Broader Impacts.
'MacFadden has led an extensive life in science, as a
paleontologist, museum director, university department chair, and
National Science Foundation staff member. His analyses of NSF
history and policy changes from the agency's 1952 start through
2018 - and of many successes and failures of his own - will be
invaluable to anyone seeking research funds from this important
government entity. The book focuses on explaining NSF's poorly
understood Broader Impacts requirement, and it is especially
needed now, when only about one in ten applications to NSF for
funding are successful.' Bruce Alberts, University of California,
San Francisco; former President of the National Academy of
Sciences
'An excellent, pragmatic guide to the philosophy and practice of
articulating the many dimensions of broader impacts of science on
society, from a highly respected and experienced paleontologist and
former National Science Foundation Program
Officer. Well-written and accessible, this worthwhile book
provides clear and useful information and advice on planning,
preparing, and executing activities that are motivated by the
genuine spirit of achieving a broader societal impact
beyond scientific research. As it becomes increasingly
important for scientists to communicate more often and more
effectively with non-scientists, Broader Impacts of Science on
Society serves as an invaluable resource to all who seek to extend
the reach of their specific scientific insights and expertise to
the rest of the world.' Sandra J. Carlson, University of
California, Davis; Past-President, The Paleontological Society
'An accessible and practical book that models a reflective and
informed approach to thinking about the impacts of scientific
research on society. Those who design, study and evaluate broader
impacts, communication and learning activities will find the
examples, anecdotes and background information very relevant and
useful. Having been on many sides of the audience equation,
McFadden provides a holistic guide for enlightened, engaged
scholarship and practice of broader impacts.' Jamie Bell, Project
Director, Center for Advancement of Informal Science Education
(CAISE)
'This book provides an in-depth look at all aspects of broader
impacts. It is a resource for anyone interested in the historical
development of broader impacts as well as those seeking to
understand the complexity of the broader impacts criterion and how
to effectively address it.' Susan Renoe, University of Missouri and
the Center for Advancing Research Impact in Society
'Overall this is an impressive book with great depth and breadth.
The NSF emphasis will be of great value to those based in the USA
and certainly I think of interest to the wider community of
scientists, teachers and the science media at large around the
world.' John R. Helliwell, Journal of Applied Crystallography
'This work offers useful guidance for academics and research
scientists who must write grant proposals … draws on nearly 50
years of experience as a research scientist and principal
investigator who has written many successful grant proposals, and
has published well over 200 articles. But the book is not just a
blueprint for academics in science on how to gain funding or find
the proper venue for publishing their work. Rather, it advises them
on how to understand the impact that their research may have on
society … This book shows how the concept [broader impacts] is
relevant to STEM fields today, shedding light on how professionals
can acknowledge societal needs by incorporating in their proposals
information about how their research will impact a larger audience.
The book is for professionals and academics pursuing careers in the
sciences.' J. S. Schwartz, Choice
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