1. Transition to a bioeconomy: Perspectives from social sciences.
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Sanz-Hernández, Alexia, Esteban, Encarna, and Garrido, Piedad
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SOCIAL sciences , *RENEWABLE natural resources , *SOCIAL sciences education , *META-analysis , *ECONOMIC systems - Abstract
More than 50 countries and international organisations worldwide are currently working on strategies and policies to promote a transition to a bioeconomy. This economic system centres on a sustainable use of bio- and renewable resources to guarantee sustainability. Although many contributions have been made to the field of bioeconomy, most focus on a science perspective (e.g. chemistry, engineering, technology, biomedicine or biology). Despite the significant importance of social and economic issues for a bioeconomy transition, studies from a social science perspective are largely lacking. This paper presents a systematic review of academic contributions to the field of bioeconomy from a social science standpoint. The results reveal the need for an in-depth analysis of the challenges and opportunities that the bioeconomy faces in social and economic terms. Image 1 • Significant gaps in bioeconomy contributions from a social science perspective. • Lack of multidimensional studies on socioeconomic impacts. • Mixed and refined methodologies are required, especially, empirical studies. • Academic studies on the bioeconomy require a major focus on opportunities and risks. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2019
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