Blog: Citizen Science Projects, People, and Perspectives
By John Ohab, Jul 20, 2011
On Tuesday, July 26 at 9pm ET, The Weather Channel will air the “Changing Planet” Town Hall focused on clean energy and green jobs. Science for Citizens is a partner in this three-part series. Here’s more information from NBC News: This town hall broadcast is the second in a 3-part series that brings together scientists, … Read more ““Changing Planet” Town Hall: clean energy, green jobs”
Categories: Climate & Weather, Ecology & Environment, In the News, Science Education Standards, Science Policy
By Darlene Cavalier, Jan 31, 2010
Just back from a visit to Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Lab. Fascinating developments taking place there, not the least of which includes a number of citizen science initiatives! First up: ChargeCar! This project, part of a series of community-based applied research activities coming out of CMU’s CommunityRobotics.org, is asking you to share your daily commute … Read more “Help researchers tailor electric vehicle solutions (based on YOUR commute).”
Categories: Citizen Science, Ecology & Environment