citizen science
Americannoun
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Origin of citizen science
First recorded in 1985–90
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That includes conventional scientific studies as well as regional and non-English publications, museum collections, local knowledge, citizen science, observations shared on social media, and emerging technologies.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 9, 2026
August is peak season for the bugs in L.A., she said, citing data from iNaturalist, a citizen science app.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Dr Kate Lewthwaite, citizen science manager at the Woodland Trust, said a historic map of Grantham recorded the oak being in place from the 1800s.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
As these adaptable predators continue expanding across Europe, researchers say public awareness, citizen science, and carefully targeted conservation efforts will be essential for protecting the continent's native biodiversity.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 11, 2026
It added it had combined high-resolution satellite imagery, citizen science and machine learning to "revolutionise how we understand and monitor habitats".
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026
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