Citizen Science
Definition
Citizen Science, according to the definition by European Commision, refers to the general public engagement in scientific research activities when citizens actively contribute to science either with their intellectual effort or surrounding knowledge or with their tools and resources. Participants provide experimental data and facilities for researchers, raise new questions and co-create a new scientific culture. While adding value, volunteers acquire new learning and skills, and deeper understanding of the scientific work in an appealing way. As a result of this open, networked and trans-disciplinary scenario, science-society-policy interactions are improved leading to a more democratic research based on evidence-informed decision making.
Recommendations for Citizen Science
The document is available here: Recommendations for Citizen Science 2026
Training materials – Citizen Science Projects in Academic Libraries GUIDE
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Citizen science projects at the University of Warsaw LIST
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