Using social network analysis to monitor and assess the effectiveness of knowledge brokers at connecting scientists and decision-makers: an Australian case study

摘要: Despite growing rhetoric regarding the potential benefits of using knowledge brokers in relation to environmental challenges and decision-making processes, evidence support such claims is mostly anecdotal. This is, part, due lack established methods evaluate effectiveness efficiency brokers. To address this gap we assess utility social network analysis (SNA) connecting scientists decision-makers. Specifically, a case-study approach, undertake longitudinal SNA over 12-month period extent which broker developed networks between producers users across different organizations. We also undertook qualitative survey (n = 29) who worked same organization as understand increased impact scientific research for purposes. Results show that an extensive stakeholder 192 individuals spanning 30 The results found time density became more cohesive, both key elements underpinning successful exchange. Furthermore, had positive other ways, including helping researchers operating environments within agencies best approaches engaging with specific Thus, study demonstrates value evaluating provides empirical use sector.