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Citizen Science

The growing role of citizen science in official statistics

The journal Nature Communications Sustainability recently published an article entitled ‘Why citizen science is now essential for official statistics’.

2 min read · 12. January 2026
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Sparkling Science Citizen Science

Between glaciers and ice: polar researcher Birgit Sattler in a television interview

In a television interview, ecologist and microbiologist Birgit Sattler provides insights into her research work in the polar regions and shows why knowledge about ice is crucial for dealing with climate change.

2 min read · 19. December 2025
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Citizen Science Science communication

The Citizen Science Award Projects 2026

The seven research projects that can be researched as part of the Citizen Science Awards 2026 have been finalized.

1 min read · 18. December 2025
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Citizen Science School

Citizen Science Award 2026: Das sind die teilnehmenden Projekte!

Der Forschungswettbewerb geht in die 11. Runde: Von 1. April bis 31. Juli 2026 können Schulklassen, Jugendgruppen, Familien und Einzelpersonen an sieben ausgewählten Citizen-Science-Projekten mitforschen und dabei Preise gewinnen.

1 min read · 18. December 2025
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Review: Spotlight with "The generational-friendly City", "Meaningfully Active" & "Transform2gether"

On 15 December, three ongoing Sparkling Science projects were presented in the spotlight on the topic of ‘inclusion and participation’.

2 min read · 18. December 2025
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Citizen Science Science communication

The new Citizen Science & Science Communication Newsletter is here

On December 18, the latest information on citizen science and science communication was sent out.

1 min read · 18. December 2025
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Citizen Science Science communication

Training series on AI in science communication continues

Following three successful modules in 2025, the OeAD Centre for Citizen Science will once again offer training courses starting in March 2026.

2 min read · 17. December 2025
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Young Science School Public Science

Jetzt einreichen: Young‑Science‑Gütesiegel für Forschungspartnerschulen!

Bereits 80 Schulen erfüllten in den ersten sieben Ausschreibungen die Bewertungskriterien und wurden dafür mit dem Young-Science-Gütesiegel für Forschungspartnerschulen ausgezeichnet. Nun schreiben das BMFWF und der OeAD das Siegel erneut aus und laden ALLE Schulen in Österreich ein, noch bis 23. Februar ihre Forschungskooperationen und -aktivitäten vorzuweisen und einzureichen. Voraussichtlich im Juni werden die von einer Jury ausgewählten Forschungspartnerschulen 2026 im Zuge einer festlichen Verleihung mit einer Urkunde und einer Plakette für die Schulwand ausgezeichnet. Das Siegel wird für die Dauer von zwei Jahren verliehen.

1 min read · 15. December 2025
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Citizen Science

New release: Compass Open Data in Citizen Science

The publication presents key insights and terminology related to open data in a clear and accessible way.

2 min read · 10. December 2025
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Citizen Science

What type of citizen scientist am I? A self-test on individual participation in research

Nature lover, guardian angel, or bookworm? Take a quiz from Scivil to find out what type of citizen scientist you are and which projects suit your profile!

1 min read · 09. December 2025
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Citizen Science and Schools: Salzburg Students gain insight

On 2 December, as part of a course at the University of Salzburg, a session on the topic of citizen science and schools took place.

1 min read · 05. December 2025
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RIECS Citizen Science

International workshop on citizen science in education

On 1 December, the OeAD Centre for Citizen Science organised an online event as part of the European project RIECS-Concept.

2 min read · 04. December 2025