Blog: Citizen Science Projects, People, and Perspectives
By Nathaniel Scharping, Apr 01, 2022
With the release of its first 100,000 genomes, all from volunteers, the All of Us project is on its way to solving one of the most pernicious problems in modern medicine: a startling lack of diversity. The National Institutes of Health project, which launched in 2018, will eventually gather genetic information and other medical data … Read more “All of Us Releases First 100,000 Genomes to Address a Lack of Medical Diversity”
Categories: Citizen Science Month, Health
By SciStarter Team, Mar 29, 2022
Citizen Science Month is almost here! Thanks to support from the Network of the National Library of Medicine, you’ll find free, fun events across the country on SciStarter’s events page. We’ve highlighted a few free, live, online events to get you started. See you next week! Cheers, The SciStarter Team
Categories: Newsletter
By SciStarter Team, Mar 23, 2022
Buds are bursting. Birds are singing. Pollinators are on the move. In the Northern Hemisphere, spring is almost here! In the spirit of renewal, let’s all rediscover the world around us by observing and reconnecting with the rhythms of nature. We’ve got projects that are perfect for doing in your neighborhood, at a nearby park … Read more “Five SPRING-tacular Projects to Get You Outside This Season”
Categories: Newsletter
By Jared Lipworth, Mar 22, 2022
When the global pandemic hit, acclaimed wildlife filmmaker Martin Dohrn, locked down in his small city garden in Bristol, England, decided to turn the cameras on the wildlife in his backyard. He was particularly fascinated with the bees visiting his garden. Putting his unparalleled skills and cameras to use, he filmed more than 60 different … Read more “Inspire Your Community to Protect Local Pollinators”
Categories: Animals, Biology, Citizen Science Month, Ecology & Environment, Environment, Events, Insects, Nature & Outdoors
By SciStarter Team, Mar 08, 2022
The author of this post, Adam Castiller, is a student of Chelsea Krieg, an Instructor at NC State University. Day-by-day, life seems to be moving so fast. Between developments in vaccines and the shift back to normal life, we all need something to teach us how to enjoy the small and simple things in life. Throughout … Read more “Sourdough for Science: How YOU Can Create a Tiny World in a Jar”
Categories: Chemistry, Nature & Outdoors
By Anna Funk,
Citizen science empowers people of all backgrounds, ages and education levels to participate in real science research happening around the world. And it’s easy to get started! There are lots of fun ways you can get involved. In case you’re not sure where to start, we’ve compiled a few resources that will give you an … Read more “Citizen Science 101”
Categories: About Us, Citizen Science, Field Guide to Citizen Science
By Anna Funk, Mar 07, 2022
Science makes the world go round. It’s what brought us modern medicine, clean water and the technologies in our homes and in our pockets. And more and more, the pursuit of science is all about information. Sometimes, scientists need more information than they can collect on their own. Medical researchers want more information about people’s … Read more “How to Be a Citizen Scientist: A Beginner’s Guide”
Categories: About Us, Citizen Science, Citizen Science Month
By Anna Funk, Feb 28, 2022
A glimpse at the temperature during the next snowfall might surprise you: It may not actually be below freezing outside. Don’t worry, your thermometer isn’t broken, and you didn’t miss a memo about a change in the laws of physics. There’s a straightforward reason why it can snow above 32°F — though it does make … Read more “How can it snow when temperatures are above freezing? Mountain Rain or Snow has the answer — and wants your help studying it”
Categories: Citizen Science, Environment, Nature & Outdoors, Ocean & Water, Other
By SciStarter Team, Feb 25, 2022
Did you know that in nearly every county across the U.S., there’s an office working on programs for youth development, agriculture, landscaping, health and wellness, community development, natural resource conservation and more? They’re all part of what’s called the Cooperative Extension, or “Extension” for short. They’re one of the most far-reaching, non-formal educational programs there … Read more “The People’s University: Cooperative Extension’s Role with Citizen Science”
Categories: Citizen Science, Education, Nature & Outdoors, University
By Darlene Cavalier, Feb 17, 2022
Citizen Science Month is almost here! This April, SciStarter and a host of partners are celebrating citizen science by shining a bright light on YOUR events and programs! Citizen Science Month highlights a full month of special events and opportunities to turn curiosity into impact. It’s also the perfect time to introduce your community, classroom, … Read more “Your essential guide to plan events and programs during Citizen Science Month”
Categories: Citizen Science Month
