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Citizen Science

“Society's laboratories.” The role of libraries in participatory research

Libraries are more than just repositories of knowledge—they offer space for independent research and social engagement. In this interview, Stefan Wiederkehr discusses how citizen science is becoming possible in these institutions and what opportunities this presents for researchers and interested parties.

1 min read · 05. August 2025
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Citizen Science Science communication

Bringing science into schools: Publication on citizen science enablers

A new paper describes four different work processes and has compiled ten tips to support the work of multipliers and project coordinators.

1 min read · 04. August 2025
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Citizen Science

International citizen science project: cat videos for research

All cat owners can easily support the project.

1 min read · 30. July 2025
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Citizen Science Public Science

Citizen Science Award 2025: The co-research period has ended!

From 1 April to 31 July, school classes, youth groups, families and individuals had the opportunity to get involved in science and research through seven citizen science projects.

1 min read · 28. July 2025
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Citizen Science

Methodology toolbox supports local projects and transformation research

How can citizens actively contribute to shaping their region? A new, scientifically developed methodology toolbox offers practical support for civil society groups that want to implement their own project ideas for regional development.

2 min read · 24. July 2025
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Citizen Science

New study examines perception of biodiversity through photo apps

A recent study involving the University of Salzburg, the Haus der Natur Salzburg, the Universities of Innsbruck, Potsdam and Torun, and the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research highlights how differently people perceive the animal and plant world.

1 min read · 17. July 2025
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Citizen Science

Call for abstracts for the Austrian Citizen Science Conference 2026 is open!

The OeAD is a partner of the next Austrian Citizen Science Conference (ÖCSK) and is pleased to announce the open call for abstracts for the 10th ÖCSK.

1 min read · 16. July 2025
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Sparkling Science Citizen Science

"u3Green" inspires at the city festival and university action day in Salzburg

Two special events took place in Salzburg before the summer, at which the Sparkling Science project ‘u3green’ presented itself and presented the results of the project together with students.

1 min read · 11. July 2025
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Citizen Science

ECSA 2026 - Second submission phase open until October

The European Citizen Science Conference ECSA will take place in Finland next year. Scientific papers, workshop contributions and posters can be submitted until 7 October.

2 min read · 10. July 2025
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Sparkling Science Citizen Science

Minister Holzleitner visits “The generational-friendly City”

Eva-Maria Holzleitner, Federal Minister for Women, Science and Research, visited the FH Wiener Neustadt. The topic was also the Sparkling-Science-project “The generational-friendly City”.

2 min read · 08. July 2025
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Sparkling Science Citizen Science

How schools become climate fit

The Sparkling Science project “Climate Ready Schools” aims to identify ‘hotspots’ in schools and develop ways to increase “climate resilience”.

1 min read · 07. July 2025
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Citizen Science

Exchange on Citizen Science Training in Europe

The education network of the ECS Academy, a European platform for Citizen Science, met online on June 30, 2025, for an exchange session.

1 min read · 03. July 2025