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Citizen Science

Network meeting for citizen science contact persons

The first network meeting for citizen science contact persons this year will take place on April 15, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

1 min read · 20. January 2026
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Sparkling Science Citizen Science

‘TRA:WELL’ in the children's and youth journal ‘Frontiers for Young Minds’

The Sparkling Science project ‘TRA:WELL’ recently published its research findings on exercise and well-being in the scientific journal ‘Frontiers for Young Minds’. The journal is aimed at young readers and actively involves children and young people in the review of scientific articles.

2 min read · 16. 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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Citizen Science

Citizen Science Summer School

The Citizen Science School at the University of Zurich is offering an intensive week of in-depth study in participatory research from June 7 to 12, 2026.

1 min read · 14. January 2026
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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
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Science communication

When facts are not enough: Science with social impact

Why do scientific facts often fail to reach the public? “Science with Impact” shows why trust, context, and dialogue are crucial for effective science communication—and how research can develop social relevance.

1 min read · 13. January 2026
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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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Science communication

Science communication at the vegetable market

The ScienceCenter Network has published a new practical guide on communicating science in marketplaces.

1 min read · 09. January 2026
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Public Science

Science Barometer 2025: Three-quarters of the population have a high level of trust in science

The Science Barometer of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, which has been conducted annually since 2022, provides a snapshot of society's perception of research and science. The latest report shows broad support for research and a slight increase in confidence compared to the previous year.

1 min read · 08. 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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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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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