Regulating scientific research in the aquatic field Regulating scientific research in the aquiatic field
New law implemented in April 2018 Introduction
i. Regulates what scientists extract from the water and the For/against scientists themselves Conclusion
Information can’t be published freely -regulate sample gathering
i. Right to freedom of speech is limited -april 2018 -several constrains -furor among scientific community and independents Personal information on scientists as a new requirement -info can’t be made public i. The long bureaucratic process as a constraint -freedom of speech impediment / unknowledgeable population ii. The committee that gives the approval is not trained to -increased concern / not promote research and limit independent do so -mandatory cv and personal info -not trained council to judge Scientists reaction and concerns -turmoil cause long bureaucratic process discourage investigations -good decision makers are aware cause important decisions -detailed list of info helpful and available Positive aspects of the new law -conclude no control of research or data not good for decision but i. Decision makers should have knowledge hinder research and freedom of speech ii. Information is helpful