Abstract
In our current system, research assessment and reward are weighted
heavily towards scientific inputs and outputs, and research impact is
measured in funding dollars awarded and research articles produced. The
value of science, however, extends well beyond contributions to the
research activity itself. ‘Project Redefining Recognition’ is a
cross-society initiative which seeks to develop a shared future vision
and clear set of actions across the Earth, Space, and Environmental
Sciences to expand research assessment to explicitly include, recognize,
and reward actions that advance open science, broad communication and
public engagement.This presentation will look closely at the ways in
which Society partners participating in ‘Project Redefining Recognition’
are supporting their communities in sharing and applying their science,
and the challenges and opportunities in our current system to recognize
and reward those efforts.