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Citizen Science
by SciStarter
Citizen Science, a podcast from SciStarter, spotlights the many ways communities are exploring and changing the world around them through public participation in science.
Episodes
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A Citizen Science Thanksgiving: Trees, Turkey and Tryptophan (VIDEO Version)
In this episode, Bob and Emma share some of their favorite tree-related citizen science projects, discuss the Sourdough For Science project to prepare you for baking fresh bread for the holidays, and explore the truth about whether a turkey dinner can make you sleepy. Projects and Websites in…
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A Citizen Science Thanksgiving: Trees, Turkey and Tryptophan (AUDIO Version)
In this episode, Bob and Emma share some of their favorite tree-related citizen science projects, discuss the Sourdough For Science project to prepare you for baking fresh bread for the holidays, and explore the truth about whether a turkey dinner can make you sleepy. Projects and Websites in…
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Bats, Spiders & Cemeteries (AUDIO version)
In this episode of the SciStarter podcast, we feature Joro spiders, Big Brown Bats and a project for sleuthing out the secret stories of cemeteries. Projects and websites in this episode: Joro Watch Bats Count! Stroll Through the Cemetery/GoBituary Mt Auburn Cemetery Citizen Science...
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Bats, Spiders & Cemeteries
In this episode of the SciStarter podcast, we feature Joro spiders, Big Brown Bats and a project for sleuthing out the secret stories of cemeteries. Projects and websites in this episode: Joro Watch Bats Count! Stroll Through the Cemetery/GoBituary Mt Auburn Cemetery Citizen Science...
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The Fall Bird Migration (AUDIO)
SciStarter Podcast S5E9: Global Bird Migration Billions of birds are on the move for the fall migration, flying to points south, with many covering thousands of miles. In this podcast, world-renowned ornithologist Pete Marra discusses the migration and the challenges that migratory birds face, as...
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The Fall Bird Migration
SciStarter Podcast S5E9: Global Bird Migration Billions of birds are on the move for the fall migration, flying to points south, with many covering thousands of miles. In this podcast, world-renowned ornithologist Pete Marra discusses the migration and the challenges that migratory birds face, as...
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Dog Days of Citizen Science (encore presentation)
In this encore presentation of our August 2022 podcast episode, we celebrate National Dog Day (August 26th) with some canine citizen science. Scientists would like to learn about dog personalities and genetics; what traits help them perform well as service animals; and how environmental factors...
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Sharks! Moths! And MORE (AUDIO Version)
Dive into shark citizen science, get ready for National Moth Week, and try out the Airbeam air quality test kit in Beirut! Featured Projects: Shark Base Reef Life Survey Wildbook for Whale Sharks Sharks of California Fish Watchers OrcaSound National Moth Week Butterflies and Moths…
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Sharks! Moths! And MORE!
Dive into shark citizen science, get ready for National Moth Week, and try out the Airbeam air quality test kit in Beirut! Featured Projects: Shark Base Reef Life Survey Wildbook for Whale Sharks Sharks of California Fish Watchers OrcaSound National Moth Week Butterflies and Moths of North…
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Sensations of Summer– VIDEO PODCAST
SciStarter S5E6 Info and Credits Every season has its own unique sights, sounds and other sensations. In this episode of the SciStarter podcast, we look at fireflies, listen to cicadas, feel the ocean waves and extend our senses beyond the bounds of our planet. Credits: Firefly Closeup Terry…
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Sensations of Summer- AUDIO PODCAST
SciStarter S5E6 Info and Credits Every season has its own unique sights, sounds and other sensations. In this episode of the SciStarter podcast, we look at fireflies, listen to cicadas, feel the ocean waves and extend our senses beyond the bounds of our planet. Music: Pharmacy Party Steven Combs...
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Bees, Turtles and Tampons
In this episode, we learn about efforts to discover flower/bee partnerships, an app for monitoring the populations and distribution of turtles and other reptiles, and a new water quality testing technique that uses cotton tampons. Projects and websites included in this podcast: Ask A Bumblebee…
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Solar Eclipse, Citizen Science Month and More
In this episode of the SciStarter podcast, we recap Citizen Science Month, the April solar eclipse, learn about a new episode of the Wild Hope video series on rewilding landscapes, building vernal pools, and an unusual fish that swims ashore to mate. Projects and resources featured include…
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One Million Acts of Science
March is Women’s History Month AND we’re just days away from Citizen Science Month. And that’s why we have Rosie the Robot urging everyone to roll up their sleeves and do their part by signing up for the One Million Acts of Science Challenge! If we all work together We Can Do It! Projects...
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The Romance of Citizen Science
In February, we explore the romance of citizen science. Through your passion for science you can find not only birds, bugs and stars, but also new friends and just maybe that special someone. Projectsmentioned in this podcast include: Budburst https://scistarter.org/budburst The Great Backyard…
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The Romance of Citizen Science
In February, we explore the romance of citizen science. Through your passion for science you can find not only birds, bugs and stars, but also new friends and just maybe that special someone. Projects mentioned in this podcast include: Budburst https://scistarter.org/budburst The Great Backyard...
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Squirrely Citizen Science (VIDEO)
Squirrels are fun, fascinating and sometimes infuriating, and also the focus of some amazing citizen science. Learn more about them in this episode of SciStarter's Citizen Science Podcast! Projects and Websites mentioned in this podcast are: Squirrel Mapper Project Squirrel Seek iNaturalist...
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Squirrely Citizen Science
Squirrels are fun, fascinating and sometimes infuriating, and also the focus of some amazing citizen science. Learn more about them in this episode of SciStarter's Citizen Science Podcast! Projects and Websites mentioned in this podcast are: Squirrel Mapper https://scistarter.org/squirrelmapper...
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TreeSnap Interview With Co-Creator Ellen Crocker (VIDEO)
You can help researchers find and save endangered trees! In this interview, Ellen Crocker, co-creator of TreeSnap, discusses the purpose and use of this tree locator app. Projects and websites mentioned in this podcast: TreeSnap iNaturalist American Chestnut Foundation Podcast Theme by Kevin...
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TreeSnap Interview with Co-Creator Ellen Crocker
You can help researchers find and save endangered trees! In this interview, Ellen Crocker, co-creator of TreeSnap, discusses the purpose and use of this tree locator app. Projects and websites mentioned in this podcast: TreeSnap iNaturalist American Chestnut Foundation Podcast Theme by Kevin...
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Monitoring and Protecting Trees (plus citizen science news!) VIDEO
Help NASA measure Earth's tree canopy with GLOBE Observer: Trees; sleuth out endangered trees for TreeSnap; learn how cleaner fish support reef ecosystems; and see why NASA is sending cat videos through millions of miles of space. All that and more on this episode of Citizen Science: Stories of...
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Monitoring and Protecting Trees
Help NASA measure Earth's tree canopy with GLOBE Observer: Trees; sleuth out endangered trees for TreeSnap; learn how cleaner fish support reef ecosystems; and see why NASA is sending cat videos through millions of miles of space. All that and more on this episode of Citizen Science: Stories of...
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You Can Help Medical Researchers Fight Disease! (VIDEO)
By donating just a little bit of your time (and maybe some saliva and/or blood), you can make a meaningful contribution to medical research! In this episode, you’ll learn about three participatory research programs that need your help. Projects and websites included in this podcast include:...
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Learn How You Can Help Medical Researchers!
By donating just a little bit of your time (and maybe some saliva and/or blood), you can make a meaningful contribution to medical research! In this episode, you’ll learn about three participatory research programs that need your help. Projects and websites included in this podcast include:...
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Discover Science Near You With Science Near Me! (Video)
You: There must be lots of cool science events, projects and other opportunities right in my own neighborhood... but how do I find them? Us: With Science Near Me! It's a National Science Foundation-supported project that partners SciStarter with museums, science centers, state-based education...
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Science Near Me (audio podcast)
How do you find science events, projects and other opportunities right in your own neighborhood? With Science Near Me, a National Science Foundation-supported project that partners SciStarter with museums, science centers, state-based education councils and other sources of quality science…
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Sun-Drenched Citizen Science (Video Version)
The sun is now entering the “solar maximum,” the time during its 11-year solar cycle when it’s most active, producing sunspots and solar flares. There are also two solar eclipses coming up over a six-month period. Not coincidentally, we’re also now beginning the Heliophysics Big Year, when solar...
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Sun-Drenched Citizen Science
The sun is now entering the “solar maximum,” the time during its 11-year solar cycle when it’s most active, producing sunspots and solar flares. There are also two solar eclipses coming up over a six-month period. Not coincidentally, we’re also now beginning the Heliophysics Big Year, when solar...
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Give your dog (or cat) a personality quiz for science! (Video)
Are you curious about how your dog or cat compares to others? And/or would you like to contribute to science research that could benefit pets and people? Then you should consider participating in C-BARQ (for dogs) and Fe-BARQ (for cats). Learn more about these projects from the scientist who...
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Give your dog (or cat) a personality quiz for science!
Are you curious about how your dog or cat compares to others? And/or would you like to contribute to science research that could benefit pets and people? Then you should consider participating in C-BARQ (for dogs) and Fe-BARQ (for cats). Learn more about these projects from the scientist who...
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Help NASA With Space and Earth Based Research! (Video)
Did you know that one of the major players in the field of citizen science is NASA? At the 2023 annual conference of the Citizen Science Association, NASA held a full day of workshops for project leaders working on their many citizen science projects. In this podcast, we learn about three of…
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Help NASA With Space and Earth Based Research!
Did you know that one of the major players in the field of citizen science is NASA? At the 2023 annual conference of the Citizen Science Association, NASA held a full day of workshops for project leaders working on their many citizen science projects. In this podcast, we learn about three of…
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The Future of Health Research with the All of Us Research Program
In this special presentation, join All of Us Wisconsin and SciStarter to discuss diseases that impact our community and how you can help with the research. Researchers need your help to change the future of medicine. The All of Us Research Program is inviting one million people across the U.S. to...
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CitSci Month Event Special: El Día del Idioma con SciStarter
Únase a SciStarter, Globe Observer: CLOUDS y al programa de investigación All of Us para un evento en línea en español que celebra El Día del Idioma. El 23 de abril. fue establecido por el Departamento de Información Pública de la ONU en 2010, con el objetivo de "celebrar el multilingüismo y la...
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Life-Changing Citizen Science (video)
With any pursuit, there are casual dabblers and there are hardcore enthusiasts, and citizen science is no different. In this episode, we'll meet some serious citsci volunteers, some of whom have gone on to pursue full-time careers in science. Projects and websites mentioned in this episode are:...
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Life-Changing Citizen Science
With any pursuit, there are casual dabblers and there are hardcore enthusiasts, and citizen science is no different. In this episode, we'll meet some serious citsci volunteers, some of whom have gone on to pursue full-time careers in science. Projects and websites mentioned in this episode are:...
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The Future of Health Research With the All of Us Project
The All of Us Research Program is inviting one million people across the U.S. to help build one of the most diverse health databases in history. They welcome participants from all backgrounds, and researchers will use the data to learn how our biology, lifestyle, and environment affect health.…
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Join the Amphibian Bioblitz/Build Your Own Vernal Pool (Video)
Amphibians all over the world are fighting for survival. Fortunately, citizen scientists like you can help them, especially if you live near streams and vernal pools where they breed each spring. Join conservation biologist Brian Gratwicke in reporting your amphibian sightings on the iNaturalist...
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Join the Amphibian Bioblitz/Build Your Own Vernal Pool
Amphibians all over the world are fighting for survival. Fortunately, citizen scientists like you can help them, especially if you live near streams and vernal pools where they breed each spring. Join conservation biologist Brian Gratwicke in reporting your amphibian sightings on the iNaturalist...
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Frogs and Salamanders Need Your Help (Video)
Amphibians all over the world are fighting for survival. Fortunately, citizen scientists like you can help them, especially if you live near streams and vernal pools where they breed each spring. (Photo: Brett Amy Thelen) (Correction: We incorrectly referred to Brett Amy Thelen as a…
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Frogs and Salamanders Need Your Help
Amphibians all over the world are fighting for survival. Fortunately, citizen scientists like you can help them, especially if you live near streams and vernal pools where they breed each spring. (Photo: Brett Amy Thelen) (Correction: We incorrectly referred to Brett Amy Thelen as a…
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Citizen Science is for Lovers (Video)
In this episode, we explore the romance of citizen science: how through citsci you can not only find birds, bugs, plants, and stars but also new friends and just maybe that special someone.
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Citizen Science Is For Lovers!
In this episode, we explore the romance of citizen science: how through citsci you can not only find birds, bugs, plants, and stars but also new friends and just maybe that special someone. Projects and websites mentioned in this podcast are: Globe At Night iNaturalist Library Telescope Project...
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Science in the Snow
Whenever you're out frolicking in a winter wonderland, why not take a frolicking break every now and then to measure snow depth for your friends at the Community Snow Observations project? Your observations will help them verify data obtained from satellites and other remote sensing tools, and…
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SciStarter Holiday Gift Guide LIVE!
Join host Bob Hirshon, SciStarter founder Darlene Cavalier, Arizona State University's Deron Ash, Henry Reges from the weather watching project CoCoRaHS, and children's book author Susan Edwards Richmond for a special holiday podcast, featuring over a dozen great gift ideas for citizen science...
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The Great North American FungiQuest
Thousands of mycophiles took to the forest in October to document as many mushrooms as they could, as part of the first annual Great North American FungiQuest. In this podcast, we spoke with Robert Courteau, project creator and also founder of the non-profit group Think Fungi. Projects and other...
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Citizen Forestry
With forests being wiped out worldwide by climate change, deforestation, pests and plagues, trees need all the help they can get. Pitch in by learning about citizen forestry and joining the citizen science projects featured in this episode. Girl Scout Tree Promise NASA GLOBE Observer: Trees...
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Citizen Science Goes to School
This month we're heading back to school to see how teachers and even college professors are making citizen science a part of their classroom instruction. Projects and Websites mentioned in this podcast include: SciStarter Education Page Seek Education Project Squirrel iNaturalist GLOBE Observer:...
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Dog Days of Science
In this podcast episode, we celebrate National Dog Day (August 26th) with some canine citizen science. Scientists would like to learn about dog personalities and genetics; what traits help them perform well as service animals; and how environmental factors could affect their health. If you have a...
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Under the Sea
Beat the summer heat by taking a refreshing dip into an ocean of marine citizen science activities, including swimming with sharks, chatting with manatees and sleuthing out sea dragons. Projects featured in the podcast include: eShark (on the eOcean platform) Wildbook for Whale Sharks (from...
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Citizen Science, a podcast from SciStarter, spotlights the many ways communities are exploring and changing the world around them through public participation in science.
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