Next Step for Citizen Science: Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Oral Presentation
Prepared by A. Chrystal
California State University, Fullerton, 800 N. State College Blvd., Fullerton, CA, 92831, United States
Contact Information: achrystal@csu.fullerton.edu; 951-505-3120
ABSTRACT
Innovative technology and citizen science have contributed to the rise public participation and collaboration in scientific research. In fact, technology has played a major role in the prevalence of citizen science, as scientific organizations have moved online to help spread the word and recruit for their programs and research opportunities. With 85% of the U.S. population using the internet, online media may be the best means of engaging the general public in science. However, powerful technology is not a substitute for powerful messaging. In this presentation, I will address the current communicative deficiencies in citizen science and propose the need for interdisciplinary collaboration—specifically among the fields of science, communications, and public policy—as a means of strengthening citizen science and creating new opportunities for scientific advancement.
Oral Presentation
Prepared by A. Chrystal
California State University, Fullerton, 800 N. State College Blvd., Fullerton, CA, 92831, United States
Contact Information: achrystal@csu.fullerton.edu; 951-505-3120
ABSTRACT
Innovative technology and citizen science have contributed to the rise public participation and collaboration in scientific research. In fact, technology has played a major role in the prevalence of citizen science, as scientific organizations have moved online to help spread the word and recruit for their programs and research opportunities. With 85% of the U.S. population using the internet, online media may be the best means of engaging the general public in science. However, powerful technology is not a substitute for powerful messaging. In this presentation, I will address the current communicative deficiencies in citizen science and propose the need for interdisciplinary collaboration—specifically among the fields of science, communications, and public policy—as a means of strengthening citizen science and creating new opportunities for scientific advancement.
