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introduction CABI’s Knowledge Management (KM) theme improves access to reputable and verified information and supports the transformation of scientific and technical information into easily accessible formats for use by those who seek improvements in the natural environment, farming and the livelihoods of the poor. Knowledge management is growing in importance in research and development programmes as policy makers and researchers are increasingly asked for evidence that research has had an impact and has been used. Policy change can be more evidence-based if policy makers are helped to understand the science and use insights from research. Those who fund research also want to know that research is communicated more widely to improve greater understanding of the science and the issues addressed. Good communication improves the reach of funded research and broadens its potential application. In particular, approaches that facilitate research uptake and the scaling up of research outputs are key components of KM activities carried out by our staff based in the UK. Elizabeth Dodsworth, Global Director, Knowledge Management
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