Inhalt: Values and Principles of the ICPPR

At the heart of the International Commission for Plant-Pollinator Relationships (ICPPR) are shared values and principles that guide our activities, shape our scientific collaborations, and define our commitment to advancing knowledge of plant-pollinator relationships. As an international scientific community, we strive to promote scientific excellence, foster collaboration across disciplines and countries, facilitate the exchange of knowledge, and contribute to the understanding and protection of pollinators and the ecosystems that depend on them.

Our work is guided by the following core values and principles:

Scientific Excellence and Integrity

We are committed to promoting high standards of scientific quality, integrity, and transparency in all our activities. We encourage robust research methodologies, critical evaluation of scientific evidence, and the responsible generation, interpretation, and communication of research findings. We value accuracy, objectivity, and reproducibility as essential foundations for advancing scientific knowledge and supporting evidence-based decisions.

International and Interdisciplinary Collaboration

International cooperation and interdisciplinary exchange are fundamental to the ICPPR. We actively encourage collaboration among researchers, institutions, organisations, and experts from different scientific disciplines, countries, and professional backgrounds. By bringing together diverse expertise and perspectives, we aim to strengthen research on plant-pollinator relationships, address shared scientific challenges, and promote progress through collective efforts.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Openness

We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive, respectful, and open scientific community. We welcome participation from individuals across different countries, cultures, genders, career stages, professional backgrounds, and fields of expertise. We recognise that diverse perspectives and experiences enrich scientific discussions, strengthen international cooperation, and contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of plant-pollinator relationships.

Knowledge Exchange and Scientific Communication

We consider the open exchange and dissemination of scientific knowledge essential to our mission. Through scientific meetings, symposia, workshops, publications, and collaborative initiatives, we provide opportunities for researchers and other stakeholders to share findings, experiences, and methodological approaches. We encourage constructive scientific dialogue and seek to bridge disciplinary and geographical boundaries to advance understanding and promote the application of scientific knowledge.

Responsibility for Pollinators, Biodiversity, and Ecosystems

We recognise the fundamental role of pollinators in natural ecosystems, biodiversity, and agricultural production. We are committed to advancing scientific understanding of plant-pollinator interactions and the factors influencing pollinator diversity, health, and conservation. By supporting research on pollination processes, pollinator management, and protection, we aim to contribute to scientifically sound approaches that promote the sustainable use and conservation of pollinators and their habitats.

Ethical Conduct and Responsibility

We promote responsible scientific conduct, mutual respect, and transparency in research and collaboration. We recognise the importance of ethical standards in the collection, management, analysis, and sharing of scientific data and information. We encourage responsible research practices, respect for intellectual contributions, and fair recognition of the work and expertise of all participants involved in our activities.

Through these shared values and principles, the ICPPR seeks to strengthen its role as an international platform for scientific cooperation, knowledge exchange, and research excellence, contributing to a deeper understanding of plant-pollinator relationships and the sustainable protection of pollinators worldwide.