Decoding messages from nature - Andrew Johnson, UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology

In this episode I speak with Andrew Johnson, Environmental Research Scientist at the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology and Visiting Professor at Brunel University.Andrew and I have a fascinating discussion about the current state of scientific research and public discourse on chemicals, and how a different approach might ultimately lead to better outcomes for wildlife. Our conversation covers:Andrew's background and research interestsWhat's wrong with the way we do research on chemicals?Endocrine disruption and uncovering population-relevant effectsInsights from 30 years of monitoring data on macroinvertebrate diversity in English riversThe issue of combined sewer overflowsWhy monitoring data is so valuable, and so underappreciatedProblems with the Water Framework Directive Risk assessment of chemicals and the mixture assessment factor (MAF)Are we prioritising the wrong things?Perverse incentives in research Science in the media and improving public discourseAdvice for early career scientistsZinc and Copper Have the Greatest Relative Importance for River Macroinvertebrate Richness at a National Scale | Environmental Science & TechnologyReview of the Classification Framework for Ecological Status/Potential under the Water Environment (Water Framework Directive) England and Wales Regulations - WT15168Are we going about chemical risk assessment for the aquatic environment the wrong way? | Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry | Oxford AcademicHow to be a Better Scientist | Andrew Johnson, John Sumpter | Taylor & FrancisVisit my website for more content and insights www.embarkchemical.comSupport the show