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Citizen Science Science communication

The Tulln Garden: On the trail of butterflies

The research project “Tracking Butterflies,” which is participating in the Citizen Science Award 2026, will be presented on May 3, 2026, at Garten Tulln.

1 min read · 23. February 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

Discovering diversity: Citizen Science Award visits the Natural History Museum

On April 17, 2026, the research projects “Tree Quest” and “Climate Agents,” which are participating in the Citizen Science Award 2026, will be presented at “Discover Diversity” at the Natural History Museum in Vienna.

1 min read · 23. February 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

Citizen Science Award at the Long Night of Research

On April 24, 2026, the OeAD will present two Citizen Science Award projects as part of the Long Night of Research. Visitors will gain insight into how participatory formats generate high-quality data, tap into new target groups, and strengthen social impact. The research competition offers visibility, networking, and structured support for the implementation of citizen science projects.

1 min read · 23. February 2026
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Kooperationen Science communication Development Research

Promotion of an innovative and green slope protection system

Landslides and slope failures pose an increasing threat to communities and infrastructure in the Nepal Himalaya – sustainable, green slope protection systems offer a promising way forward.

3 min read · 17. February 2026
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Science communication

Excellent science communication for societal challenges

The recently published policy brief “Excellent Science Communication for Urgent Societal Challenges #2” was developed as part of the EU project COALESCE. It examines how science communication can be strategically developed in the face of complex and urgent societal challenges.

1 min read · 16. February 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

Citizen sensing as a catalyst for participatory risk governance

The book “Citizen Sensing for Risk Response” by Anna Berti Suman analyzes how citizen-driven data collection can contribute to managing societal risks. The focus is on the concept of citizen sensing: citizens independently collect environmental or health data to address information gaps and make risk perceptions visible.

1 min read · 16. February 2026
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Science communication

Networks for the future: Submit your STEM region now

STEM regions strengthen education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through close cooperation between schools, research institutions, and businesses.

1 min read · 03. February 2026
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Kooperationen Science communication Development Research

Rural Women's Right to Access to Land in North-West Ethiopia: Challenges and Limits

Why do legal land rights not translate into real access for rural women? A joint Ethiopian-Austrian research project combined field studies, legal review and stakeholder dialogue to uncover the barriers women face in North-West Ethiopia.

3 min read · 29. January 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

The new Citizen Science & Science Communication Newsletter is here

1 min read · 26. January 2026
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Science communication

Left behind? Opportunities and challenges for science communication in rural areas

An online panel discussion on May 6, 2026, will examine the urban-rural divide in science communication. Experts from the fields of practice and research will discuss and present examples of best practice.

2 min read · 15. January 2026
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Science communication School

MINT-BILDUNG ZUM ANFASSEN: Kindern die technische und digitale Welt näherbringen

Die MINT Akademie präsentiert innovative Unterrichtsmethoden für Elementarpädagogik und Primarstufe.

1 min read · 13. January 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

A brief overview of science communication

Swiss Research has published a communication guide for citizen science. It offers a quick and practical insight into five important formats of science communication, each with five practical key messages and five helpful resources.

1 min read · 13. January 2026