Citizen Science

ScienceForCitizens.net will bring together the millions of citizen scientists in the world; the thousands of potential projects offered by researchers, organizations, and companies; and the resources, products, and services that enable citizens to pursue and enjoy these activities. We aim to: • Enable and encourage people to learn about, participate in, and contribute to science through both informal recreational activities and formal research efforts. • Inspire greater appreciation and promote a better understanding of science and technology among the general public. • Create a shared space where scientists can talk with citizens interested in working on or learning about their research projects. • Satisfy the popular urge to tinker, build, and explore by making it simple and fun for people—singles, parents, grandparents, kids—to jump in and get their hands dirty with science.