Title : Bridging the gap: Transforming cutting-edge environmental research into global solutions
Abstract:
This study aims to explore the strategies for translating cutting-edge environmental research into practical, scalable solutions that address the global sustainability challenges. Mixed methods approach was employed, combining a systematic literature review of 200 peer reviewed studies (2015-2025) with case analyses of successful translational environmental initiatives across five continents, however, semi-structured interview with 50 experts including scientists, policy advisors, and environmental practitioners. The findings indicates a persistent disconnect between research outputs and policy implementation, primarily due to limited knowledge, funding gaps and fragmented governance structures. However, integrated frameworks such as co-production models, open data platforms and public-private partnership was significantly improved the translation of scientific findings into climate adaptation, biodiversity conservation and sustainable resource management practice. It further revealed that the successful cases demonstrated that when local context and indigenous knowledge embedded into scientific applications, adoption and long-term impacts increases substantiality. The study recommending institutionalizing trans disciplinary research networks, enhancing communication training for reasechers and establishing global innovation hubs to facilitate the exchange of scalable environmental solutions.
Keywords: Environment, Research, Innovations, Climate Science, Global sustainability
