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Citizen Science Toolkit updates, September 2009

 

Toolkit Updates, August 2009

 

The Volunteer Monitor covers Aquatic Invasive Species

Preview content and pre-order a PDF copy here.

NY Times column on citizen science

Guest columnist suggests citizen science can counter the centralization of science.

Latest Volunteer Monitor released

Issue reflects on the Toolkit conference and different approaches to volunteer-based research.

Project BudBurst launches second year

New features offered to enhance participation.

Amateur astronomy in journal Science

Science highlights American Association of Variable Star Observers in the 12 October 2007 issue.

USAToday shows off citizen science

Value of volunteers makes national news.

Funding Cuts Related to Citizen Science

Canadian government announces 80% budget cuts for the EMAN Coordinating Office.

New Conference in Participatory Research

Workshop presenter seeks participants to "show and tell" project products at the first international conference of participatory geographies. Do note the OCTOBER 31 DEADLINE FOR CONFERENCE REGISTRATION.

Video: Early Birds and Springtime

News clip by ScienCentral highlights contributions of citizen science.