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Evidence from civil society: Survey on the use of citizen science data in Europe

How can citizen science and data collected by members of the public be integrated more effectively into environmental policy, monitoring, and compliance and enforcement processes? This is the question being addressed by the European research initiative ENFORCE. As part of the project, an online survey has been launched, aimed at stakeholders from the fields of research, public administration, civil society and other relevant sectors.

1 min read · 08. June 2026
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Listening to the forest while collecting data for research

Teenagers and seniors participating in the “Grandma/Grandpa Project” are collaborating across generations as part of the Citizen Science Award for “Forest Groove,” researching the bioacoustics of the forest.

2 min read · 28. May 2026
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Gemeinsam lernen, gemeinsam forschen: "MatheConnect" feierte Abschluss

Mit einer feierlichen Abschlussveranstaltung an der Universität Klagenfurt endete am 27. Mai 2026 das Sparkling-Science-Projekt „MatheConnect“, das gemeinsam mit Schülerinnen und Schülern des BG/BRG Villach St. Martin umgesetzt wurde.

1 min read · 28. May 2026
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Embarking on a research journey together: the conclusion of “MatheConnect” in Klagenfurt

On 27 May 2026, the closing event of the Sparkling Science project ‘MatheConnect’ took place in Klagenfurt. In attendance were the research team, pupils, parents and teachers from the BG/BRG Villach St. Martin – including the headteacher and the project teacher.

1 min read · 28. May 2026
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Citizen Science Global Partnership is recruiting a Program and Project Officer in Austria

To expand its international team, the Citizen Science Global Partnership is seeking a dedicated employee to support its growing portfolio of citizen science projects.

1 min read · 28. May 2026
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Just released: the newsletter on citizen science and science communication

It’s a lovely May: the sun is shining, we’re drawn outdoors, and everywhere people are observing, discovering, and experimenting. It’s the perfect time for fresh ideas from citizen science and science communication!

1 min read · 28. May 2026
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A look back: The Tulln Gardens – On the trail of butterflies

As part of the Citizen Science Award, the research project “On the Trail of Butterflies” was presented on 3 May 2026 during the children’s afternoon at Garten Tulln.

1 min read · 26. May 2026
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Insights into the Citizen Science Award Project “Climate Agents”

Climate change with a twist: In this project, citizen scientists compare their personal observations and social media posts on the topic with measured climate data.

2 min read · 19. May 2026
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Creative Approaches to Citizen Science: Drawing Contest on Hedgehog Conservation and Road Ecology

How can we get people excited about citizen science through creative formats? The drawing contest organized by the "Roadkill – Watch Out for Hedgehogs!" project demonstrates how scientific questions can be made accessible to individuals, families, and young citizen scientists. The project is looking for ideas on how to make roads safer for hedgehogs—presented as a drawing or digital image.

1 min read · 18. May 2026
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Kreative Ideen für mehr Igelschutz: Zeichenwettbewerb für Schulklassen aus Niederösterreich

Wie können Straßen sicherer für Igel werden? Genau dieser Frage widmet sich der Zeichenwettbewerb im Rahmen des Citizen-Science-Projekts "Roadkill – Achtung Igel!". Schüler:innen ab der 5. Schulstufe sind eingeladen, ihre Ideen kreativ umzusetzen – ob als Zeichnung auf Papier oder digital.

1 min read · 18. May 2026
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Citizen Science Engagement in the Spotlight of a European Trust Study

As part of a Europe-wide study on the relationship between citizen science and trust in science, active and former citizen scientists are currently invited to participate in an online survey.

1 min read · 12. May 2026
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Citizen Science in Digital Agriculture

As part of the Horizon Europe project TALLHEDA, a standardized protocol for citizen science in digital agriculture has been published.

2 min read · 12. May 2026