Presentations by Session:
- Session 1: Classroom to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement
- Session 2: Water Systems & Marine Monitoring
- Session 3: Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards
- Session 13: Innovative uses of low-cost sensors, open data, and citizen science in education and community resilience
- Session 16: Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences
- Session 4: Biodiversity & BioBlitzes
- Session 5: Public Health & Lived Experience
- Session 14: Innovative uses of low-cost sensors, open data, and citizen science in education and community resilience
- Session 17: How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness?
- Session 7: Methodology, Ethics, and Design
- Session 10: Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways
- Session 11: Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity, Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT
- Session 12: Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS
- Session 6: Making Sense of Data Together
- Session 8: Infrastructure & Funding Models
- Session 9: Technological & Digital Communities
- Session 15: Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30
- Session 18: Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT
Session 1: Classroom to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement, Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 4) Decades of Students’ School Ground Biodiversity and Climate Resilience Data: What’s Next?
Share your thoughts on amplifying EcoSpark’s citizen science research by participants in grades 6-12 as our Ontario charity expands impacts. Let’s share best practices as we apply student-gathered school ground citizen science data for communities. (Stories of lessons learned)
Buchbinder, Dana (EcoSpark); Antony, Livia (EcoSpark); Mero, Paul (EcoSpark); Ara, Thea (EcoSpark); Diez, Gabi (EcoSpark)
(P: 32) Building federal, university, and K-12 partnerships in community-based ice monitoring
This study examined desired cross-sector relationships in a partnership between K-12 schools, a university, and a federal agency in the Fresh Eyes on Ice program. We found shared priorities around why, what, and how we should monitor freshwater ice. (Research findings)
Clement, Sarah (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Spellman, Katie (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Smelter, John (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Arp, Christopher (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Bondurant, Allen (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Bodony, Karin (US Fish and Wildlife Service); Winfree, Michael (US Fish and Wildlife Service)
(P: 60) The Year After: Teachers’ Use of Participatory Science After Research Incentives Are Withdrawn
Incentives encourage teachers to join research projects, but what happens when they no longer receive them? Learn how teachers in our study of school-based participatory science reported their engagement with two projects after the incentives ended. (Research findings)
Goforth, Christine (Chris) (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences); P. Sean Smith (Horizon Research Inc), Sarah Carrier (North Carolina State University), Meredith Hayes (Horizon Research Inc)
(P: 61) Science Across North Carolina: A Collaborative for Advancing Public Participation in Science
Science Across North Carolina is a collaborative organization making participatory science more accessible statewide. Join us to discover our approach, successes, and areas of growth so that you can create your own local collaborative with ease. (Stories of lessons learned)
Marchal, Jonathan (The North Carolina Arboretum); Goforth, Christine (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences), Greene, Lauren (North Carolina Botanical Garden)
(P: 78) Bridging Citizen Science and Data Science in K-12 Education: A Bibliometric and Systematic Review
This study maps and reviews how K-12 citizen science and data science intersect, analyzing publication trends, themes, and student data practices to guide future policies and curricula that build comprehensive data literacy. (Emerging work)
Mdziniso, Nonhle (Rochester Institute of Technology);
(P: 12) What Makes Science Feel Real? Students’ Perceptions of Authenticity in NASA-funded Citizen Science
Using data from an international NASA-funded citizen science program, this study explores how students perceive authenticity in participatory research, highlighting the roles of agency, innovation, and being treated as real contributors to science. (Research findings)
Padolf, Amy (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Briana Zaffrio
(P: 8) Data Collection to Curriculum Integration: How K-5 Teachers Use Citizen Science Projects
Facing limited time and resources, teachers used SBCS in three ways: data-only, standalone lessons, or integrated across subjects. All three approaches increased engagement, outdoor learning, and sensemaking, showing the value of flexible resources. (Research findings)
Scharen, Danielle (Horizon Research, Inc.); Goforth, Christine (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences); Sachs, Lindsey (Horizon Research, Inc.); Safley, Sarah (Horizon Research, Inc.); Smith, Sean (Horizon Research, Inc.)
(P: 55) From Literature Review to Classroom Action: Lessons from a Year of Participatory Science in Korea
A Korean PhD student presents a pathway from a literature review to a workshop and three school implementations of participatory science. Lessons from these experiences inform the scalability of participatory science. (Stories of lessons learned)
Yu, Ho Yeong (Seoul National University); Choi, Ho (Seowon University); Lee, Sungjae (Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation); Kim, Jae Geun (Seoul National University)
(P: 127) Youth Participatory Action Communication Research on Social and Environmental Determinants of Health
A university-high school partnership engaged two classrooms in youth participatory action communication research (YPACR) to explore how climate and social issues interact, revealing opportunities and challenges implementing YPACR across classrooms. (Emerging work)
Porter, Brooke (University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education); Okker-Edging, Kate (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Liu, Anicca (School of Social Policy and Practice, University of Pennsylvania); Noh, Daniel J. (Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania); Lydic, Kirsten (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Muzekari, Benjamin (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Lewis, Tyasia (Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania); Torres-Grillo, Omaya (Annenberg School for Communication and Annenberg Public Policy Center, University of Pennsylvania); Falk, Emily (Annenberg School for Communication, Annenberg Public Policy Center, The Wharton School, Department of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania; Tan, Andy S.L. (Annenberg School for Communication, Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, Abramson Cancer Center, University of Pennsylvania); Cosme, Danielle (Annenberg School for Communication and Annenberg Public Policy Center, University of Pennsylvania)
(P: 59) Children as Co-Researchers: Methodological Findings from Participatory School Climate Research
This presentation reports methodological findings from a participatory doctoral study involving children as co-researchers in schools, drawing on structured research activities and the researcher’s reflexive practice to co-produce knowledge. (Research findings)
Zerika, Sarah (University of Geneva’s Centre for Children's Rights Studies); Darbellay, Frédéric (University of Geneva’s Centre for Children's Rights Studies); Moody, Zoe (University of Lausanne, Institute of Psychology)
Share your thoughts on amplifying EcoSpark’s citizen science research by participants in grades 6-12 as our Ontario charity expands impacts. Let’s share best practices as we apply student-gathered school ground citizen science data for communities. (Stories of lessons learned)
Buchbinder, Dana (EcoSpark); Antony, Livia (EcoSpark); Mero, Paul (EcoSpark); Ara, Thea (EcoSpark); Diez, Gabi (EcoSpark)
(P: 32) Building federal, university, and K-12 partnerships in community-based ice monitoring
This study examined desired cross-sector relationships in a partnership between K-12 schools, a university, and a federal agency in the Fresh Eyes on Ice program. We found shared priorities around why, what, and how we should monitor freshwater ice. (Research findings)
Clement, Sarah (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Spellman, Katie (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Smelter, John (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Arp, Christopher (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Bondurant, Allen (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Bodony, Karin (US Fish and Wildlife Service); Winfree, Michael (US Fish and Wildlife Service)
(P: 60) The Year After: Teachers’ Use of Participatory Science After Research Incentives Are Withdrawn
Incentives encourage teachers to join research projects, but what happens when they no longer receive them? Learn how teachers in our study of school-based participatory science reported their engagement with two projects after the incentives ended. (Research findings)
Goforth, Christine (Chris) (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences); P. Sean Smith (Horizon Research Inc), Sarah Carrier (North Carolina State University), Meredith Hayes (Horizon Research Inc)
(P: 61) Science Across North Carolina: A Collaborative for Advancing Public Participation in Science
Science Across North Carolina is a collaborative organization making participatory science more accessible statewide. Join us to discover our approach, successes, and areas of growth so that you can create your own local collaborative with ease. (Stories of lessons learned)
Marchal, Jonathan (The North Carolina Arboretum); Goforth, Christine (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences), Greene, Lauren (North Carolina Botanical Garden)
(P: 78) Bridging Citizen Science and Data Science in K-12 Education: A Bibliometric and Systematic Review
This study maps and reviews how K-12 citizen science and data science intersect, analyzing publication trends, themes, and student data practices to guide future policies and curricula that build comprehensive data literacy. (Emerging work)
Mdziniso, Nonhle (Rochester Institute of Technology);
(P: 12) What Makes Science Feel Real? Students’ Perceptions of Authenticity in NASA-funded Citizen Science
Using data from an international NASA-funded citizen science program, this study explores how students perceive authenticity in participatory research, highlighting the roles of agency, innovation, and being treated as real contributors to science. (Research findings)
Padolf, Amy (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Briana Zaffrio
(P: 8) Data Collection to Curriculum Integration: How K-5 Teachers Use Citizen Science Projects
Facing limited time and resources, teachers used SBCS in three ways: data-only, standalone lessons, or integrated across subjects. All three approaches increased engagement, outdoor learning, and sensemaking, showing the value of flexible resources. (Research findings)
Scharen, Danielle (Horizon Research, Inc.); Goforth, Christine (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences); Sachs, Lindsey (Horizon Research, Inc.); Safley, Sarah (Horizon Research, Inc.); Smith, Sean (Horizon Research, Inc.)
(P: 55) From Literature Review to Classroom Action: Lessons from a Year of Participatory Science in Korea
A Korean PhD student presents a pathway from a literature review to a workshop and three school implementations of participatory science. Lessons from these experiences inform the scalability of participatory science. (Stories of lessons learned)
Yu, Ho Yeong (Seoul National University); Choi, Ho (Seowon University); Lee, Sungjae (Korea Institute for Curriculum and Evaluation); Kim, Jae Geun (Seoul National University)
(P: 127) Youth Participatory Action Communication Research on Social and Environmental Determinants of Health
A university-high school partnership engaged two classrooms in youth participatory action communication research (YPACR) to explore how climate and social issues interact, revealing opportunities and challenges implementing YPACR across classrooms. (Emerging work)
Porter, Brooke (University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education); Okker-Edging, Kate (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Liu, Anicca (School of Social Policy and Practice, University of Pennsylvania); Noh, Daniel J. (Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania); Lydic, Kirsten (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Muzekari, Benjamin (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Lewis, Tyasia (Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania); Torres-Grillo, Omaya (Annenberg School for Communication and Annenberg Public Policy Center, University of Pennsylvania); Falk, Emily (Annenberg School for Communication, Annenberg Public Policy Center, The Wharton School, Department of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania; Tan, Andy S.L. (Annenberg School for Communication, Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, Abramson Cancer Center, University of Pennsylvania); Cosme, Danielle (Annenberg School for Communication and Annenberg Public Policy Center, University of Pennsylvania)
(P: 59) Children as Co-Researchers: Methodological Findings from Participatory School Climate Research
This presentation reports methodological findings from a participatory doctoral study involving children as co-researchers in schools, drawing on structured research activities and the researcher’s reflexive practice to co-produce knowledge. (Research findings)
Zerika, Sarah (University of Geneva’s Centre for Children's Rights Studies); Darbellay, Frédéric (University of Geneva’s Centre for Children's Rights Studies); Moody, Zoe (University of Lausanne, Institute of Psychology)
Session 2: Water Systems & Marine Monitoring, Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 82) Data Accuracy and Self Efficacy in Water Quality Monitoring
This study examines how volunteer self-efficacy relates to data accuracy in Oklahoma’s Blue Thumb water monitoring citizen science program. (Research findings)
Olson, Cheyanne (Northeastern State University);
(P: 9) Searching for Killer Whales Monitoring Program
The Searching for Killer Whales project engages community scientists to document orca sightings along the Oregon Coast. Come learn about the project’s design, goals, and key lessons learned from its first year of implementation. (Emerging work)
Derrenbacher, Samantha (Oregon Shores); Elise Newman (Oregon Shores), Nate Trappe (Adventure Scientists), Alison Ormsby (Adventure Scientists), Gianna Haro (Adventure Scientists)
(P: 87) Expanding Community Precipitation Monitoring in Washington State
Using Washington’s 2025 drought, we show how CoCoRaHS data captures local variability and improves drought monitoring. We also outline plans to partner with other volunteer networks and frame outreach messaging around hazard resilience. (Emerging work)
Genuise, Jacob (Washington State Climate Office (WASCO) @ University of Washington); Kathryn (Katie) Boyd (WASCO); Noah Newman (Colorado Climate Center/CoCoRaHS HQ); Karin Bumbaco (WASCO); Guillaume Mauger (WASCO)
(P: 86) Kentucky Waterways Alliance, Report a Tire Tool: Engagement, Community Action, and Collaboration.
TIRES DON’T BELONG IN WATERWAYS. Kentucky Waterways Alliance’s Report a Tire Tool is a free mobile friendly reporting portal that combines community action, participatory science, and GIS to better understand the threat of tire pollution in Kentucky. (Emerging work)
Miller, Elijah (Kentucky Waterways Alliance); Hart, Nick (Kentucky Waterways Alliance)
(P: 122) Monitoring and researching marine litter with citizen science: opportunities and challenges
Citizen science is one strategy for addressing marine litter. However, challenges, such as data quality and participant retention, can be addressed by attention to good practices, to citizen scientists’ demands, and to the use of apps (Research findings)
Rech, Thaís (Oceanographic Institute of the University of Sao Paulo (IOUSP)); Alexander Turra (IOUSP)
(P: 51) Data Infrastructure for the Amazon Water Alliance: An Ongoing Cross-Knowledge Process
This talk presents an in-progress data infrastructure for the Amazon Water Alliance (AAA). It addresses interoperability, scalability and ethics, and invites dialogue on infrastructures balancing scientific and Indigenous knowledge systems. (Emerging work)
Soacha-Godoy, Karen (ICM-CSIC, RICAP); Buitrago, Leonardo (Global Biodiversity Information Facility, GBIF); Brum, Sannie (Wildlife Conservation Society); Guzmán, Viviana (Independent); Varese, Mariana (Wildlife Conservation Society); Moreno, Diego (Independent)
(P: 18) Citizens4water: a global repository of citizen science initiatives on water management and hydrology
We recently launched the Citizens4Water platform in collaboration with UNESCO IHP. Join this presentation to get to know the platform, learn how to contribute, and be inspired by other projects around the world. (Emerging work)
Verstraelen, Karen (Scivil); Duerinckx, Annelies (Scivil)
(P: 49) Winter weather hazards pilot with participatory science
Winter weather hazards such as freezing rain or sleet can arise with little warning. To help improve forecast approaches, our team is piloting a new approach to tracking winter weather hazards with Mountain Rain or Snow super-observers. (Emerging work)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Ammatelli, Joseph DRI, Almelhem, Zeed (DRI), Jennings, Keith (UVM)
This study examines how volunteer self-efficacy relates to data accuracy in Oklahoma’s Blue Thumb water monitoring citizen science program. (Research findings)
Olson, Cheyanne (Northeastern State University);
(P: 9) Searching for Killer Whales Monitoring Program
The Searching for Killer Whales project engages community scientists to document orca sightings along the Oregon Coast. Come learn about the project’s design, goals, and key lessons learned from its first year of implementation. (Emerging work)
Derrenbacher, Samantha (Oregon Shores); Elise Newman (Oregon Shores), Nate Trappe (Adventure Scientists), Alison Ormsby (Adventure Scientists), Gianna Haro (Adventure Scientists)
(P: 87) Expanding Community Precipitation Monitoring in Washington State
Using Washington’s 2025 drought, we show how CoCoRaHS data captures local variability and improves drought monitoring. We also outline plans to partner with other volunteer networks and frame outreach messaging around hazard resilience. (Emerging work)
Genuise, Jacob (Washington State Climate Office (WASCO) @ University of Washington); Kathryn (Katie) Boyd (WASCO); Noah Newman (Colorado Climate Center/CoCoRaHS HQ); Karin Bumbaco (WASCO); Guillaume Mauger (WASCO)
(P: 86) Kentucky Waterways Alliance, Report a Tire Tool: Engagement, Community Action, and Collaboration.
TIRES DON’T BELONG IN WATERWAYS. Kentucky Waterways Alliance’s Report a Tire Tool is a free mobile friendly reporting portal that combines community action, participatory science, and GIS to better understand the threat of tire pollution in Kentucky. (Emerging work)
Miller, Elijah (Kentucky Waterways Alliance); Hart, Nick (Kentucky Waterways Alliance)
(P: 122) Monitoring and researching marine litter with citizen science: opportunities and challenges
Citizen science is one strategy for addressing marine litter. However, challenges, such as data quality and participant retention, can be addressed by attention to good practices, to citizen scientists’ demands, and to the use of apps (Research findings)
Rech, Thaís (Oceanographic Institute of the University of Sao Paulo (IOUSP)); Alexander Turra (IOUSP)
(P: 51) Data Infrastructure for the Amazon Water Alliance: An Ongoing Cross-Knowledge Process
This talk presents an in-progress data infrastructure for the Amazon Water Alliance (AAA). It addresses interoperability, scalability and ethics, and invites dialogue on infrastructures balancing scientific and Indigenous knowledge systems. (Emerging work)
Soacha-Godoy, Karen (ICM-CSIC, RICAP); Buitrago, Leonardo (Global Biodiversity Information Facility, GBIF); Brum, Sannie (Wildlife Conservation Society); Guzmán, Viviana (Independent); Varese, Mariana (Wildlife Conservation Society); Moreno, Diego (Independent)
(P: 18) Citizens4water: a global repository of citizen science initiatives on water management and hydrology
We recently launched the Citizens4Water platform in collaboration with UNESCO IHP. Join this presentation to get to know the platform, learn how to contribute, and be inspired by other projects around the world. (Emerging work)
Verstraelen, Karen (Scivil); Duerinckx, Annelies (Scivil)
(P: 49) Winter weather hazards pilot with participatory science
Winter weather hazards such as freezing rain or sleet can arise with little warning. To help improve forecast approaches, our team is piloting a new approach to tracking winter weather hazards with Mountain Rain or Snow super-observers. (Emerging work)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Ammatelli, Joseph DRI, Almelhem, Zeed (DRI), Jennings, Keith (UVM)
Session 3: Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards, Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 117) Beyond Living in Bubbles: Communicating Within Dynamic Meaning-Adaptive Social Spaces
This work introduces a conceptual perspective that reframes social bubbles as dynamic, meaning-adaptive interaction spaces rather than static zones of isolation. (Emerging work)
Avci, Cigdem (TOBB ETU);
(P: 49) Winter weather hazards pilot with participatory science
Winter weather hazards such as freezing rain or sleet can arise with little warning. To help improve forecast approaches, our team is piloting a new approach to tracking winter weather hazards with Mountain Rain or Snow super-observers. (Emerging work)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Ammatelli, Joseph DRI, Almelhem, Zeed (DRI), Jennings, Keith (UVM)
(P: 22) Participatory Climate Knowledge for Policy and Just Transition
Lessons from participatory climate work that bridges community knowledge, Indigenous epistemologies, and policy-facing research in Just Transition and climate governance. (Stories of lessons learned)
Dumakude, Nondumiso (RSA Parliament);
(P: 41) Believing Climate Change, Distrusting the Messenger: Media Trust and Participatory Climate Science
Why do people believe in climate change yet distrust those who communicate it? This presentation explores media trust in Lithuania and shows how participatory science can rebuild trust and strengthen public climate engagement. (Research findings)
Marksaitė, Eugenija (LCC International university);
This work introduces a conceptual perspective that reframes social bubbles as dynamic, meaning-adaptive interaction spaces rather than static zones of isolation. (Emerging work)
Avci, Cigdem (TOBB ETU);
(P: 49) Winter weather hazards pilot with participatory science
Winter weather hazards such as freezing rain or sleet can arise with little warning. To help improve forecast approaches, our team is piloting a new approach to tracking winter weather hazards with Mountain Rain or Snow super-observers. (Emerging work)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Ammatelli, Joseph DRI, Almelhem, Zeed (DRI), Jennings, Keith (UVM)
(P: 22) Participatory Climate Knowledge for Policy and Just Transition
Lessons from participatory climate work that bridges community knowledge, Indigenous epistemologies, and policy-facing research in Just Transition and climate governance. (Stories of lessons learned)
Dumakude, Nondumiso (RSA Parliament);
(P: 41) Believing Climate Change, Distrusting the Messenger: Media Trust and Participatory Climate Science
Why do people believe in climate change yet distrust those who communicate it? This presentation explores media trust in Lithuania and shows how participatory science can rebuild trust and strengthen public climate engagement. (Research findings)
Marksaitė, Eugenija (LCC International university);
Session 13: Community-based Environmental Monitoring, Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 38) Towards Integrative, Community-Based Assessments of Site-Scale Heat Interventions
Drawing on recent and ongoing projects, this presentation will highlight the crucial role that citizen scientists play in tracking the impact of site-scale heat interventions on local microclimates and heat experiences. (Stories of lessons learned)
Amstutz, Eliza (CAPA Strategies); Williams, Joey (CAPA Strategies)
(P: 107) Enhancing Flood Disaster Response Through Community-led Water Testing
This project advances disaster response through deployment of low-cost, validated tests for pathogens and metals in flood-impacted communities. It also proposes AI/ML-based analysis of test photos to generate actionable data and build resilience. (Emerging work)
Butterworth, Eve (Rutgers University); Roy, Siddhartha (Rutgers)
(P: 95) Friends of the Rouge Chloride Monitoring in the Rouge River: Helping to Guide Management Action.
This project built on Friends of the Rouge’s 3 years of citizen science using chloride test strips, and supported assessment of chloride impairment in the Rouge River through targeted monitoring, and assessed alternative methods of chloride sampling. (Research findings)
Eaton, Lauren (Friends of the Rouge); Petrella, Sally (Friends of the Rouge); Davis, Sam (Friends of the Rouge)
(P: 98) Low-cost tools: Ensuring they are accessible for widespread use
Tools that are low-cost can open the door to data collection that is otherwise closed. However, to ensure tools can be used across different contexts, there needs to be extensive testing and we highlight two examples to illustrate this process. (Stories of lessons learned)
Mady, Rachael (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Savannah Domenech (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Anna Van Dongen (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Sam Elliott (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Rebecca Hale (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Patrick Neale (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Jessie Ribera (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Tara Sill (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Megan Stallard (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Kate Stoneman (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Rachel Terracina (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Alison Cawood (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center)
(P: 112) Using Innovative Technology and Adaptive Management to Grow a Participatory Science Network
We are further developing a user-friendly, low-cost optical device to expand water quality monitoring for the nationwide Participatory Ocean Color Network. We describe our use of new technology and adaptive management to improve the networks success. (Emerging work)
Morales, Diego (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Bresnahan, Philip J. (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Frensley, Brandon T. (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Brewin, Robert J.W. (University of Exeter); Brewin, Thomas G. (Brewtek Ltd, UK)
(P: 133) Participatory Approaches to Air Pollution Monitoring: Lessons for Advancing Environmental Justice
This review examines the role of participatory air monitoring in advancing environmental justice, highlighting successes in community empowerment while navigating barriers like limited resources, data governance, and epistemic debates. (Research findings)
Motta, Giuliana (University of Michigan); Sampson, Natalie (University of Michigan); Badach, Joanna (Gdańsk University of Technology); Borucka, Justyna (Gdańsk University of Technology); Mazurkiewicz, Weronika (Gdańsk University of Technology)
(P: 96) Flood of data, skills, and learning: Using sensors, education, and more to build coastal resiliency
We will share results from a novel pilot project combining place-based lessons, fieldwork with water level and rain sensors, data literacy, and community outreach to improve high school students’ flood awareness, STEM skills, and coastal resilience. (Research findings)
Settin, Bentley (UNC, Wilmington - Wilmington, NC); Bresnahan, Philip (UNCW EOS); Frensley Brandon (UNCW EVS); Hawkes, Andrea (UNCW EOS); Wells, Dave (UNCW)
(P: 93) Public Health and Water Quality: Exploring Methods for Quick Water Safety Monitoring
Chesapeake Water Watch is developing a method to quickly monitor water bacteria levels and support public health by investigating the extent that colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM) – measured through portable tools- is a proxy for bacteria. (Research findings)
Van Dongen, Anna (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Sill, Tara (SERC); Neale, Patrick (SERC); Domanski, Tammy (AACC); Terracina, Rachel (SERC); Cawood, Alison (SERC); Stoneman, Kate (SERC)
(P: 40) The Baltimore community weather station network: Filling the urban measurement desert
The Baltimore community weather network is a community-based network of low cost weather stations that enables the mapping of urban weather across the city and increased community engagement, education, and empowerment. (Stories of lessons learned)
Waugh, Darryn (Johns Hopkins Univdersity);
Drawing on recent and ongoing projects, this presentation will highlight the crucial role that citizen scientists play in tracking the impact of site-scale heat interventions on local microclimates and heat experiences. (Stories of lessons learned)
Amstutz, Eliza (CAPA Strategies); Williams, Joey (CAPA Strategies)
(P: 107) Enhancing Flood Disaster Response Through Community-led Water Testing
This project advances disaster response through deployment of low-cost, validated tests for pathogens and metals in flood-impacted communities. It also proposes AI/ML-based analysis of test photos to generate actionable data and build resilience. (Emerging work)
Butterworth, Eve (Rutgers University); Roy, Siddhartha (Rutgers)
(P: 95) Friends of the Rouge Chloride Monitoring in the Rouge River: Helping to Guide Management Action.
This project built on Friends of the Rouge’s 3 years of citizen science using chloride test strips, and supported assessment of chloride impairment in the Rouge River through targeted monitoring, and assessed alternative methods of chloride sampling. (Research findings)
Eaton, Lauren (Friends of the Rouge); Petrella, Sally (Friends of the Rouge); Davis, Sam (Friends of the Rouge)
(P: 98) Low-cost tools: Ensuring they are accessible for widespread use
Tools that are low-cost can open the door to data collection that is otherwise closed. However, to ensure tools can be used across different contexts, there needs to be extensive testing and we highlight two examples to illustrate this process. (Stories of lessons learned)
Mady, Rachael (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Savannah Domenech (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Anna Van Dongen (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Sam Elliott (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Rebecca Hale (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Patrick Neale (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Jessie Ribera (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Tara Sill (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Megan Stallard (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Kate Stoneman (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Rachel Terracina (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Alison Cawood (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center)
(P: 112) Using Innovative Technology and Adaptive Management to Grow a Participatory Science Network
We are further developing a user-friendly, low-cost optical device to expand water quality monitoring for the nationwide Participatory Ocean Color Network. We describe our use of new technology and adaptive management to improve the networks success. (Emerging work)
Morales, Diego (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Bresnahan, Philip J. (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Frensley, Brandon T. (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Brewin, Robert J.W. (University of Exeter); Brewin, Thomas G. (Brewtek Ltd, UK)
(P: 133) Participatory Approaches to Air Pollution Monitoring: Lessons for Advancing Environmental Justice
This review examines the role of participatory air monitoring in advancing environmental justice, highlighting successes in community empowerment while navigating barriers like limited resources, data governance, and epistemic debates. (Research findings)
Motta, Giuliana (University of Michigan); Sampson, Natalie (University of Michigan); Badach, Joanna (Gdańsk University of Technology); Borucka, Justyna (Gdańsk University of Technology); Mazurkiewicz, Weronika (Gdańsk University of Technology)
(P: 96) Flood of data, skills, and learning: Using sensors, education, and more to build coastal resiliency
We will share results from a novel pilot project combining place-based lessons, fieldwork with water level and rain sensors, data literacy, and community outreach to improve high school students’ flood awareness, STEM skills, and coastal resilience. (Research findings)
Settin, Bentley (UNC, Wilmington - Wilmington, NC); Bresnahan, Philip (UNCW EOS); Frensley Brandon (UNCW EVS); Hawkes, Andrea (UNCW EOS); Wells, Dave (UNCW)
(P: 93) Public Health and Water Quality: Exploring Methods for Quick Water Safety Monitoring
Chesapeake Water Watch is developing a method to quickly monitor water bacteria levels and support public health by investigating the extent that colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM) – measured through portable tools- is a proxy for bacteria. (Research findings)
Van Dongen, Anna (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Sill, Tara (SERC); Neale, Patrick (SERC); Domanski, Tammy (AACC); Terracina, Rachel (SERC); Cawood, Alison (SERC); Stoneman, Kate (SERC)
(P: 40) The Baltimore community weather station network: Filling the urban measurement desert
The Baltimore community weather network is a community-based network of low cost weather stations that enables the mapping of urban weather across the city and increased community engagement, education, and empowerment. (Stories of lessons learned)
Waugh, Darryn (Johns Hopkins Univdersity);
Session 16: Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences, Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 26) Collaboratium: An AI-Enabled Platform for Open and Participatory Research Collaboration
Collaboratium is an AI-enabled platform that supports participatory research by helping researchers and community partners find strong collaboration matches, reduce communication barriers, and engage in open, inclusive collaboration. (Emerging work)
Abdelhamid, Sherif (Virginia Military Institute); Aly, Mona (Independent Researcher)
(P: 88) Zooniverse Platform Recommendations for Machine Learning-Engaged Participatory Research
An overview of process and results of the development of the first-ever Zooniverse framework for ethical integration of Machine Learning and AI into participatory research projects, informed by surveys and workshops for varied stakeholders. (Emerging work)
Burgess, Hillary (Zooniverse); Blickhan, Samantha (Zooniverse)
(P: 73) Drawing the Line: When and How Should Citizen Science Use AI?
This talk explores AI's intersection with citizen science, focusing on scientific outcomes and volunteer impact. It examines how to balance data quality with ethics, asking where to draw the line to ensure projects remain robust, trusted & inclusive. (Stories of lessons learned)
Dowthwaite, Liz (Responsible AI UK, University of Nottingham);
(P: 143) Mutual Intelligence: Integrating AI and Participatory Science for Responsible Practice?
AI and Participatory Science can improve data quality, scale, and insights. Ethical risks are plenty, but opportunities may emerge. Join us to unpack challenges, opportunities, and transparent, community‑driven, responsible practices. (Emerging work)
Newman, Gregory (CitSci); Pittman, Daniel (Metropolitan State University of Denver), Newman, Sarah (Colorado State University), Kennedy, Alexis (Colorado State University), Alyssa Williams (Metropolitan State University of Denver), Vashti Trujillo (CSU Pueblo)
(P: 131) Uniting Three Domains: Participatory science, technology, and conservation in the realm of Big Data
We discuss how uniting domains maximizes Big Data and AI for addressing socio-ecological challenges. We share research introducing automated R and AI workflows to improve accessibility and lower barriers to extracting secondary image data. (Emerging work)
Torres, Karina M. (School of Forestry and Horticulture, Southern Illinois University); Pease, Brent S. (School of Forestry and Horticulture, Southern Illinois University)
Collaboratium is an AI-enabled platform that supports participatory research by helping researchers and community partners find strong collaboration matches, reduce communication barriers, and engage in open, inclusive collaboration. (Emerging work)
Abdelhamid, Sherif (Virginia Military Institute); Aly, Mona (Independent Researcher)
(P: 88) Zooniverse Platform Recommendations for Machine Learning-Engaged Participatory Research
An overview of process and results of the development of the first-ever Zooniverse framework for ethical integration of Machine Learning and AI into participatory research projects, informed by surveys and workshops for varied stakeholders. (Emerging work)
Burgess, Hillary (Zooniverse); Blickhan, Samantha (Zooniverse)
(P: 73) Drawing the Line: When and How Should Citizen Science Use AI?
This talk explores AI's intersection with citizen science, focusing on scientific outcomes and volunteer impact. It examines how to balance data quality with ethics, asking where to draw the line to ensure projects remain robust, trusted & inclusive. (Stories of lessons learned)
Dowthwaite, Liz (Responsible AI UK, University of Nottingham);
(P: 143) Mutual Intelligence: Integrating AI and Participatory Science for Responsible Practice?
AI and Participatory Science can improve data quality, scale, and insights. Ethical risks are plenty, but opportunities may emerge. Join us to unpack challenges, opportunities, and transparent, community‑driven, responsible practices. (Emerging work)
Newman, Gregory (CitSci); Pittman, Daniel (Metropolitan State University of Denver), Newman, Sarah (Colorado State University), Kennedy, Alexis (Colorado State University), Alyssa Williams (Metropolitan State University of Denver), Vashti Trujillo (CSU Pueblo)
(P: 131) Uniting Three Domains: Participatory science, technology, and conservation in the realm of Big Data
We discuss how uniting domains maximizes Big Data and AI for addressing socio-ecological challenges. We share research introducing automated R and AI workflows to improve accessibility and lower barriers to extracting secondary image data. (Emerging work)
Torres, Karina M. (School of Forestry and Horticulture, Southern Illinois University); Pease, Brent S. (School of Forestry and Horticulture, Southern Illinois University)
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT
Session 4: Biodiversity & BioBlitzes, Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 68) How does participant behavior lead to spatial biases in iNaturalist data?
We study the spatial pattern across four different cities from the Global North and Low-Middle-Income Countries. Our finding shows that while some patterns are similar, the spatial biases are not the same across cities, and are rather context-based. (Research findings)
Farook, Zahra (Universite Paris Cite); Haklay, Muki (Learning Planet Institute/ Universitè Paris Citè/ UCL); Tupikina, Liubov (Learning Planet Institute)
(P: 11) Using Bioblitz Leaderboards as the Basis for Inductions into a Biodiversity Hall of Fame
To elevate the need to address accelerated habitat and species loss, school, district, state and national Biodiversity Halls of Fame are proposed using bioblitz leaderboards as a criteria for induction. (Emerging work)
Gehrig, George (Ecoregional Consults);
(P: 28) Bat Acoustic Monitoring Closing Knowledge Gaps for Bat Species Distributions Across Texas
The Bat Acoustic Monitoring Program, created by Texas Nature Trackers, taxa specialists and Texas Master Naturalists, seeks to close species distribution knowledge gaps and contribute valuable data to the North American Bat Monitoring Program. (Research findings)
Grotte, Rachel (Texas Parks and Wildlife);
(P: 37) Expanding volunteer pest detection in oak woodlands: lessons learned from California’s GSOB Blitz
The GSOB Blitz builds local capacity by training volunteers to identify oak pests while collecting standardized data for land managers. This talk shares lessons learned from designing participatory monitoring that is both educational and reliable. (Stories of lessons learned)
Nobua-Behrmann, Beatriz (University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE), UC ANR); Gonzales, Janis (UCCE); Corella, Kim (CalFire), Burnap, Rachel (LA Co Ag. Com.); Clark, Julie (UCCE); Poloni, Adrian (CalFire)
(P: 27) Take the City Nature Challenge: participating in locally engaged, globally connected science
This session shares resources designed to engage learners in the City Nature Challenge global BioBlitz on iNaturalist. The resource was developed as part of the OCTOPUS Project, a collaborative effort to cultivate open science educational resources. (Emerging work)
Nugent , Jill (SNHU );
(P: 30) Stewardship through community partnerships for biodiversity monitoring in conserved areas
The BC Parks Foundation’s Parks Bank secures lands and supports long-term stewardship through community-led restoration and biodiversity monitoring. We present two case studies and a toolkit that build local capacity and inform management (Stories of lessons learned)
Rivas, Constanza (BC Parks Foundation); Loh, Tse-Lynn (BCPF)
(P: 46) Utilizing Community Science to Save an Endangered Toad
This presentation highlights the conservation challenges facing Colorado’s boreal toad and introduces a community science program that trains volunteers to help with monitoring, habitat assessment, and disease surveillance across montane wetlands. (Emerging work)
Silva, Bruna (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance); Julie Krajewski (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance); Dr. Stefan Ekernas (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance); Alex Wells (Yale School of the Environment)
(P: 34) Do changes to the design of the City Nature Challenge competition affect participation and data?
This emerging research will examine how changes to data quality requirements, i.e., Casual observations, for the City Nature Challenge may influence participation and data outputs. (Emerging work)
Terenzini, John
We study the spatial pattern across four different cities from the Global North and Low-Middle-Income Countries. Our finding shows that while some patterns are similar, the spatial biases are not the same across cities, and are rather context-based. (Research findings)
Farook, Zahra (Universite Paris Cite); Haklay, Muki (Learning Planet Institute/ Universitè Paris Citè/ UCL); Tupikina, Liubov (Learning Planet Institute)
(P: 11) Using Bioblitz Leaderboards as the Basis for Inductions into a Biodiversity Hall of Fame
To elevate the need to address accelerated habitat and species loss, school, district, state and national Biodiversity Halls of Fame are proposed using bioblitz leaderboards as a criteria for induction. (Emerging work)
Gehrig, George (Ecoregional Consults);
(P: 28) Bat Acoustic Monitoring Closing Knowledge Gaps for Bat Species Distributions Across Texas
The Bat Acoustic Monitoring Program, created by Texas Nature Trackers, taxa specialists and Texas Master Naturalists, seeks to close species distribution knowledge gaps and contribute valuable data to the North American Bat Monitoring Program. (Research findings)
Grotte, Rachel (Texas Parks and Wildlife);
(P: 37) Expanding volunteer pest detection in oak woodlands: lessons learned from California’s GSOB Blitz
The GSOB Blitz builds local capacity by training volunteers to identify oak pests while collecting standardized data for land managers. This talk shares lessons learned from designing participatory monitoring that is both educational and reliable. (Stories of lessons learned)
Nobua-Behrmann, Beatriz (University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE), UC ANR); Gonzales, Janis (UCCE); Corella, Kim (CalFire), Burnap, Rachel (LA Co Ag. Com.); Clark, Julie (UCCE); Poloni, Adrian (CalFire)
(P: 27) Take the City Nature Challenge: participating in locally engaged, globally connected science
This session shares resources designed to engage learners in the City Nature Challenge global BioBlitz on iNaturalist. The resource was developed as part of the OCTOPUS Project, a collaborative effort to cultivate open science educational resources. (Emerging work)
Nugent , Jill (SNHU );
(P: 30) Stewardship through community partnerships for biodiversity monitoring in conserved areas
The BC Parks Foundation’s Parks Bank secures lands and supports long-term stewardship through community-led restoration and biodiversity monitoring. We present two case studies and a toolkit that build local capacity and inform management (Stories of lessons learned)
Rivas, Constanza (BC Parks Foundation); Loh, Tse-Lynn (BCPF)
(P: 46) Utilizing Community Science to Save an Endangered Toad
This presentation highlights the conservation challenges facing Colorado’s boreal toad and introduces a community science program that trains volunteers to help with monitoring, habitat assessment, and disease surveillance across montane wetlands. (Emerging work)
Silva, Bruna (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance); Julie Krajewski (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance); Dr. Stefan Ekernas (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance); Alex Wells (Yale School of the Environment)
(P: 34) Do changes to the design of the City Nature Challenge competition affect participation and data?
This emerging research will examine how changes to data quality requirements, i.e., Casual observations, for the City Nature Challenge may influence participation and data outputs. (Emerging work)
Terenzini, John
Session 5: Public Health & Lived Experience, Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 5) Senior Cultural Pass: Evaluating Senior Loneliness After an Arts-Based Intervention
UofL partnered with Fund for the Arts to evaluate whether the Cultural Pass reduces loneliness in older adults. The program offers free access to 50+ arts and cultural venues, promoting social engagement and well-being. (Research findings)
Anderson, Lauren (UofL); Caison Black (University of Louisville), Ted Smith (University of Louisville)
(P: 15) Reflections from Youth LIVES on Working with Young People in Mental Health Citizen Science
This presentation reflects on Youth LIVES, exploring experiences of working with young people in mental health citizen science and sharing learning about participatory methods, ethics, and collaboration. (Stories of lessons learned)
Archer, Rhys (Stockholm Environment Institute, University of York); Sarah West (Stockholm Environment Institute, University of York)
(P: 105) Building community trust through lived experience - The “Pathways to Housing” study
We discuss the effect of lived experience on participant trust-building in a mixed-methods research study examining pathways through houselessness. A brief overview of the study, lessons learned and reflections are given. (Stories of lessons learned)
DuBoise, Desiree' (Portland State University); Hakert, Fawn (Lived Experience Committee Member); The TREES Lived Experience Committee (Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Conte, Kathleen (Portland State University); Zapata, Marisa (Portland State University)
(P: 64) Community-led change for a more humane BMI collection method
Our presentation shows how community attitudes and feedback changed the way Sierra Streams Institute now collects benthic macroinvertebrate samples, bettering both citizen science and raising industry standards. (Emerging work)
Herrmann, Jessica (Sierra Streams Institute);
(P: 57) Has Participating in Perennial Agricultural Research Shaped Civic Scientists’ Sense of Place?
Does participation in a multi-year participatory science research project where volunteers grow and observe perennial crops shape these volunteers’ sense of place? If so, how does that relate to their motivations and what they value in civic science? (Research findings)
Knapic, Reece (The Land Institute); Streit Krug, Aubrey (TLI)
(P: 109) Building Data Analysis Collaboration with People with Lived Experience
Insights from bridging the gap in data analysis participation of people with lived experience in Community Based Participatory Research through collaborative skill building on mixed methods study, The “Pathways to Housing” Project. (Stories of lessons learned)
Laing, Molly (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Conte, Kathleen (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); DuBoise, Desiree’ J. (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Perry, Jessica (Lived Experience Committee Member); Zapata, Marisa (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative)
(P: 56) Participatory systems mapping: Ageing in Place on the Dutch Wadden islands
We used participatory systems mapping (PSM) with 121 stakeholders across five Dutch Wadden Islands to reveal hidden boundaries shaping ageing-in-place. The method also produced locally owned leverage points for action (Research findings)
Marinus, Jesse David (University of Groningen); la Roi, Chaïm (Planbureau Fryslân); Boerma, Christiaan (Frisius MC)
(P: 10) Citizen Science mosquito surveillance as service provision in regional Australia
Mozzie Monitors is a Citizen Science mosquito surveillance program transitioning toward service provision in remote northern Australia, presenting a unique opportunity to test methods in a low-resource setting. (Emerging work)
Williams, Craig (Adelaide University); Wijesooriya, Shashikala (Adelaide University)
(P: 21) Environmental Justice: Community/County Health Assessments
The “WERA Environmental Justice Story” completed Chapter - #6 needed to address issues of “health disparities for people of color” in Alamance County for the first time. This 190-page health assessment documented that life expectancy of elevens less. (Stories of lessons learned)
Wilson, Omega and Brenda (West End Revitalization Association - WERA); Ayo B Wilson
UofL partnered with Fund for the Arts to evaluate whether the Cultural Pass reduces loneliness in older adults. The program offers free access to 50+ arts and cultural venues, promoting social engagement and well-being. (Research findings)
Anderson, Lauren (UofL); Caison Black (University of Louisville), Ted Smith (University of Louisville)
(P: 15) Reflections from Youth LIVES on Working with Young People in Mental Health Citizen Science
This presentation reflects on Youth LIVES, exploring experiences of working with young people in mental health citizen science and sharing learning about participatory methods, ethics, and collaboration. (Stories of lessons learned)
Archer, Rhys (Stockholm Environment Institute, University of York); Sarah West (Stockholm Environment Institute, University of York)
(P: 105) Building community trust through lived experience - The “Pathways to Housing” study
We discuss the effect of lived experience on participant trust-building in a mixed-methods research study examining pathways through houselessness. A brief overview of the study, lessons learned and reflections are given. (Stories of lessons learned)
DuBoise, Desiree' (Portland State University); Hakert, Fawn (Lived Experience Committee Member); The TREES Lived Experience Committee (Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Conte, Kathleen (Portland State University); Zapata, Marisa (Portland State University)
(P: 64) Community-led change for a more humane BMI collection method
Our presentation shows how community attitudes and feedback changed the way Sierra Streams Institute now collects benthic macroinvertebrate samples, bettering both citizen science and raising industry standards. (Emerging work)
Herrmann, Jessica (Sierra Streams Institute);
(P: 57) Has Participating in Perennial Agricultural Research Shaped Civic Scientists’ Sense of Place?
Does participation in a multi-year participatory science research project where volunteers grow and observe perennial crops shape these volunteers’ sense of place? If so, how does that relate to their motivations and what they value in civic science? (Research findings)
Knapic, Reece (The Land Institute); Streit Krug, Aubrey (TLI)
(P: 109) Building Data Analysis Collaboration with People with Lived Experience
Insights from bridging the gap in data analysis participation of people with lived experience in Community Based Participatory Research through collaborative skill building on mixed methods study, The “Pathways to Housing” Project. (Stories of lessons learned)
Laing, Molly (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Conte, Kathleen (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); DuBoise, Desiree’ J. (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Perry, Jessica (Lived Experience Committee Member); Zapata, Marisa (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative)
(P: 56) Participatory systems mapping: Ageing in Place on the Dutch Wadden islands
We used participatory systems mapping (PSM) with 121 stakeholders across five Dutch Wadden Islands to reveal hidden boundaries shaping ageing-in-place. The method also produced locally owned leverage points for action (Research findings)
Marinus, Jesse David (University of Groningen); la Roi, Chaïm (Planbureau Fryslân); Boerma, Christiaan (Frisius MC)
(P: 10) Citizen Science mosquito surveillance as service provision in regional Australia
Mozzie Monitors is a Citizen Science mosquito surveillance program transitioning toward service provision in remote northern Australia, presenting a unique opportunity to test methods in a low-resource setting. (Emerging work)
Williams, Craig (Adelaide University); Wijesooriya, Shashikala (Adelaide University)
(P: 21) Environmental Justice: Community/County Health Assessments
The “WERA Environmental Justice Story” completed Chapter - #6 needed to address issues of “health disparities for people of color” in Alamance County for the first time. This 190-page health assessment documented that life expectancy of elevens less. (Stories of lessons learned)
Wilson, Omega and Brenda (West End Revitalization Association - WERA); Ayo B Wilson
Session 14: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science, Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 94) Itty-bitty Botanists: A Case Study in How Elementary Students Redefine Who Can Be a Scientist
Explore how Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden empowers elementary students to contribute to real research via a science competition. Learn to design activities that help young learners collect data while fostering their environmental stewardship. (Stories of lessons learned)
Brooks, Jahna (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Padolf, Amy (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Kong, Marek (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Zhang, Olivia (University of Florida)
(P: 97) Scaling Citizen Science Globally: Barriers, Enablers, and Impact
This work examines scaling citizen science across borders to tackle global challenges, analysing barriers and enablers in biodiversity, health, and environmental monitoring, and strategies for building impactful transnational communities. (Research findings)
Das, Kaushiki (Earthwatch Europe); James Sprinks (Earthwatch), Ines Francisco (INOVA+) Luigi Ceccaroni, Dilek Fraisl (IIASA), Giovanni Maccani (Ideas For Change), Agueda Gras-Velazquez (European Schoolnet), Arianna Liconti (OutBe), Katarzyna Pydzinska Azevedo (INOVA+)
(P: 85) Beyond Sample Collection: Engagement through AI-driven Storytelling
Story of Our Waters is a participatory science platform that keeps citizen science alive by turning local monitoring into community stories. Mobile workflows and AI context build lasting motivation and an emotional bond with a place people care about (Emerging work)
Ruehlmann, Dietrich (GaiaXus); Dinh, Caroline (GaiaXus); Brindel, Lee (GaiaXus); Clark, Jacob (GaiaXus)
(P: 52) The Sea Level Rise App: A Tool for Translating Local Knowledge to Actionable Data
The Sea Level Rise App bridges the gap between local knowledge and flood modeling. Learn how this tool facilitates community mapping of flooding at street-level, improves resiliency planning, and fosters collaboration for a more prepared future. (Emerging work)
Letourneau, Stephanie (Wetlands Watch);
(P: 39) Public Apps
I want to present the urgency for public apps regulation based on open source digital public infrastructure (DPI) rule of law (RoL). (Research findings)
Ribeiro, Felipe ();
(P: 126) Brain Healthy: Empowering Students through Health-Driven Citizen Science Data Investigations
“Brain Healthy” is a NIH research study that empowers students to make data-informed health decisions, culminating in their own investigations of a de-identified community science database. (Emerging work)
Schultz, Cate (Boston College Applied Developmental and Educational Psychology); Davidesco, Ido (Professor, PI)
(P: 124) CS-MACH1: creating a citizen science network to facilitate data flows in marine science.
The CS-MACH1 project is building a Marine Citizen Science Data Network for initiatives’ leaders, cost-efficient technology providers, data management experts and users to empower them to share FAIR and TRUST data and facilitate data uptake and usage. (Emerging work)
Stressmann, Franziska (ECSA - European Citizen Science Association); Gorringe, Patrick (SMHI); Brévière, Emilie (SMHI); Piera, Jaume (ICM-CSIC); Liconti, Arianna (OutBe)
(P: 132) Project Based Learning and the Participatory Sciences
Project based learning (PBL) used in the public schools teaches children scientific skills with deeper understanding when opportunities exist to engage in data collection for ongoing research. PBL is a perfect bridge between scientists and youngsters (Emerging work)
Tindall-Gibson, John (Real Good Projects);
Explore how Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden empowers elementary students to contribute to real research via a science competition. Learn to design activities that help young learners collect data while fostering their environmental stewardship. (Stories of lessons learned)
Brooks, Jahna (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Padolf, Amy (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Kong, Marek (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Zhang, Olivia (University of Florida)
(P: 97) Scaling Citizen Science Globally: Barriers, Enablers, and Impact
This work examines scaling citizen science across borders to tackle global challenges, analysing barriers and enablers in biodiversity, health, and environmental monitoring, and strategies for building impactful transnational communities. (Research findings)
Das, Kaushiki (Earthwatch Europe); James Sprinks (Earthwatch), Ines Francisco (INOVA+) Luigi Ceccaroni, Dilek Fraisl (IIASA), Giovanni Maccani (Ideas For Change), Agueda Gras-Velazquez (European Schoolnet), Arianna Liconti (OutBe), Katarzyna Pydzinska Azevedo (INOVA+)
(P: 85) Beyond Sample Collection: Engagement through AI-driven Storytelling
Story of Our Waters is a participatory science platform that keeps citizen science alive by turning local monitoring into community stories. Mobile workflows and AI context build lasting motivation and an emotional bond with a place people care about (Emerging work)
Ruehlmann, Dietrich (GaiaXus); Dinh, Caroline (GaiaXus); Brindel, Lee (GaiaXus); Clark, Jacob (GaiaXus)
(P: 52) The Sea Level Rise App: A Tool for Translating Local Knowledge to Actionable Data
The Sea Level Rise App bridges the gap between local knowledge and flood modeling. Learn how this tool facilitates community mapping of flooding at street-level, improves resiliency planning, and fosters collaboration for a more prepared future. (Emerging work)
Letourneau, Stephanie (Wetlands Watch);
(P: 39) Public Apps
I want to present the urgency for public apps regulation based on open source digital public infrastructure (DPI) rule of law (RoL). (Research findings)
Ribeiro, Felipe ();
(P: 126) Brain Healthy: Empowering Students through Health-Driven Citizen Science Data Investigations
“Brain Healthy” is a NIH research study that empowers students to make data-informed health decisions, culminating in their own investigations of a de-identified community science database. (Emerging work)
Schultz, Cate (Boston College Applied Developmental and Educational Psychology); Davidesco, Ido (Professor, PI)
(P: 124) CS-MACH1: creating a citizen science network to facilitate data flows in marine science.
The CS-MACH1 project is building a Marine Citizen Science Data Network for initiatives’ leaders, cost-efficient technology providers, data management experts and users to empower them to share FAIR and TRUST data and facilitate data uptake and usage. (Emerging work)
Stressmann, Franziska (ECSA - European Citizen Science Association); Gorringe, Patrick (SMHI); Brévière, Emilie (SMHI); Piera, Jaume (ICM-CSIC); Liconti, Arianna (OutBe)
(P: 132) Project Based Learning and the Participatory Sciences
Project based learning (PBL) used in the public schools teaches children scientific skills with deeper understanding when opportunities exist to engage in data collection for ongoing research. PBL is a perfect bridge between scientists and youngsters (Emerging work)
Tindall-Gibson, John (Real Good Projects);
Session 17: How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness?, Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 114) A Station-Based Citizen Science Learning Module for Biodiversity Literacy
This poster presents a station-based citizen science learning module developed with the School of Wood Industry, using a campus arboretum to support biodiversity literacy and structured participatory learning. (Research findings)
Badruesham, Nurfarawahidah (UiTM); Nurfarawahidah Badruesham (Al-Bukhari Library, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia); Mazlin Kusin ( School of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia) ; Nik Hazlan Nik Hashim (School of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia); Noor Azliza Aziz (Al-Bukhari Library, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia)
(P: 84) Citizen Science for Monitoring Fire Buffer Zones and engaging the public in a controversial issue
We present a citizen science initiative to monitor buffer zones for fire prevention surrounding places of residence. Visitors take smartphone photos at fixed stations in the field, which are used to monitor changes. Additionally, we examine how parti (Research findings)
Friedman, Shmulik (Tel-Aviv University); Dr. Yaela Golumbic (Head of citizen science research at the Israel Center for Citizen Science)
(P: 65) Monitoring Ground-Level Ozone Through Community Science: The National Ozone Garden Network
The National Ozone Garden Network engages communities nationwide in monitoring ground-level ozone using bioindicator plants in public spaces, highlighting co-produced science, community data collection, education, and links to NASA TEMPO research. (Stories of lessons learned)
Malmberg, Julie (UCAR Center for Science Education); Hatheway, Becca (UCAR Center for Science Education); Lombardozzi, Danica (Colorado State University); Wright, Erika (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Dussault, Mary (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Elakara, Devika (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Hagen, Emma (UCAR Center for Science Education); Pippin, Margaret (NASA Langley); Trainer, Laureen (Trainer Evaluation)
(P: 63) Leveraging citizen science to effect policy change and community connections in South Carolina
The South Carolina Aquarium leverages citizen science as a tool to support informed decision-making on local policy issues, to engage community members to play an active role in addressing plastic pollution, and to build community connections. (Stories of lessons learned)
Rowe, Linda (South Carolina Aquarium); Thorvalson, Kelly (South Carolina Aquarium)
(P: 75) In an English country garden: Utilising iNaturalist to engage all ages in biodiversity
This work details how Green Appleton uses iNaturalist to engage all ages in biodiversity research. Through school partnerships and community events, the project has recorded 2,900+ observations of 950+ species, fostering local stewardship. (Stories of lessons learned)
Sprinks, James (Earthwatch Europe); Liz Dowthwaite (University of Nottingham); Green Appleton (Local community group)
(P: 137) Exploring Student Experiences: A Qualitative Study of Automated Species Identification Apps
Apps such as iNaturalist are widely used as a participatory science technology. Following a six-week intervention of iNaturalist use in a post-secondary field course, students shared their perceptions on using the technology. (Research findings)
Stuart (Spring), Savannah (University of Waterloo); Brendon Larson (University of Waterloo)
(P: 83) Plural Understandings of Nature Connectedness in Citizen Science
This research examines how disciplines conceptualise “nature connectedness” and argues for a relational, situated approach to citizen science practice that acknowledges epistemological plurality and creates the conditions for human–nonhuman relations (Emerging work)
van Gerwen, Babette ();
(P: 66) Community Building: A Framework for a community-based Urban Biodiversity Monitoring
The study examines local communities long-term monitoring potential through community development and sustained engagement to define how building a strong, sustainable community can serve as a foundation for effective long-term ecological monitoring (Emerging work)
Yanez, Michal (Tel Aviv university ); Golumbic, Yaela (tel Aviv university)
This poster presents a station-based citizen science learning module developed with the School of Wood Industry, using a campus arboretum to support biodiversity literacy and structured participatory learning. (Research findings)
Badruesham, Nurfarawahidah (UiTM); Nurfarawahidah Badruesham (Al-Bukhari Library, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia); Mazlin Kusin ( School of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia) ; Nik Hazlan Nik Hashim (School of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia); Noor Azliza Aziz (Al-Bukhari Library, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia)
(P: 84) Citizen Science for Monitoring Fire Buffer Zones and engaging the public in a controversial issue
We present a citizen science initiative to monitor buffer zones for fire prevention surrounding places of residence. Visitors take smartphone photos at fixed stations in the field, which are used to monitor changes. Additionally, we examine how parti (Research findings)
Friedman, Shmulik (Tel-Aviv University); Dr. Yaela Golumbic (Head of citizen science research at the Israel Center for Citizen Science)
(P: 65) Monitoring Ground-Level Ozone Through Community Science: The National Ozone Garden Network
The National Ozone Garden Network engages communities nationwide in monitoring ground-level ozone using bioindicator plants in public spaces, highlighting co-produced science, community data collection, education, and links to NASA TEMPO research. (Stories of lessons learned)
Malmberg, Julie (UCAR Center for Science Education); Hatheway, Becca (UCAR Center for Science Education); Lombardozzi, Danica (Colorado State University); Wright, Erika (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Dussault, Mary (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Elakara, Devika (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Hagen, Emma (UCAR Center for Science Education); Pippin, Margaret (NASA Langley); Trainer, Laureen (Trainer Evaluation)
(P: 63) Leveraging citizen science to effect policy change and community connections in South Carolina
The South Carolina Aquarium leverages citizen science as a tool to support informed decision-making on local policy issues, to engage community members to play an active role in addressing plastic pollution, and to build community connections. (Stories of lessons learned)
Rowe, Linda (South Carolina Aquarium); Thorvalson, Kelly (South Carolina Aquarium)
(P: 75) In an English country garden: Utilising iNaturalist to engage all ages in biodiversity
This work details how Green Appleton uses iNaturalist to engage all ages in biodiversity research. Through school partnerships and community events, the project has recorded 2,900+ observations of 950+ species, fostering local stewardship. (Stories of lessons learned)
Sprinks, James (Earthwatch Europe); Liz Dowthwaite (University of Nottingham); Green Appleton (Local community group)
(P: 137) Exploring Student Experiences: A Qualitative Study of Automated Species Identification Apps
Apps such as iNaturalist are widely used as a participatory science technology. Following a six-week intervention of iNaturalist use in a post-secondary field course, students shared their perceptions on using the technology. (Research findings)
Stuart (Spring), Savannah (University of Waterloo); Brendon Larson (University of Waterloo)
(P: 83) Plural Understandings of Nature Connectedness in Citizen Science
This research examines how disciplines conceptualise “nature connectedness” and argues for a relational, situated approach to citizen science practice that acknowledges epistemological plurality and creates the conditions for human–nonhuman relations (Emerging work)
van Gerwen, Babette ();
(P: 66) Community Building: A Framework for a community-based Urban Biodiversity Monitoring
The study examines local communities long-term monitoring potential through community development and sustained engagement to define how building a strong, sustainable community can serve as a foundation for effective long-term ecological monitoring (Emerging work)
Yanez, Michal (Tel Aviv university ); Golumbic, Yaela (tel Aviv university)
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT
Session 7: Methodology, Ethics, and Design, Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 70) Participatory by Design: Redesigning Research Practices for Youth with Diverse Needs
The PEACE of Mind project developed innovative, accessible evaluation and consent processes for a cross-border youth mental health programme, co-designed with young people to address diverse accessibility needs. (Emerging work)
Carr, Jessica (The Open University); Divin, Natalie (The Open University); Reed, Samantha (Verbal Arts); Griffiths, Geraint (Cedar Foundation); Stanford, Kathryn (Inspire Wellbeing); Martin, Jay (Inspire Wellbeing); Herodotou, Christothea (The Open University)
(P: 50) Using annual observer surveys for responsive project design
Project design for participatory science can shape participant experiences, data quality, and efficiency of project resource use. This presentation will share learnings from 5 years of participant surveys for effective project design. (Research findings)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Nayoung Hur; Zeed Almelhem ; Anne Heggli ; Sean O'Neil ; egolub.lynker.com ; Monica Arienzo ; Benjamin Hatchett - NOAA Affiliate ; Keith Jennings
(P: 129) Using a Group Cognitive Interview as a Participatory Tool to Enhance Measurement Validity
We conducted a group cognitive interview with survivor partners to increase the validity of a novel measure of community engagement. We discuss how this method strengthens community partnerships, empowers participants, and centers community voice. (Stories of lessons learned)
Lloyd, Allison (University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)); Nguyen, Uyen (UMBC); Imtiaz, Amal (UMBC); Quino, Maria (UMBC); Lalani, Samia (UMBC); Nnawulezi, Nkiru (UMBC)
(P: 62) From proof to repair: Updating participatory research’s theory of change
Participatory science contributes to social change not by proving harm but by strengthening accountability, improving standards of right and wrong, and otherwise helping to create better moral relations. Knowing this can improve project design. (Research findings)
Ottinger, Gwen (Drexel University);
(P: 23) What becomes possible when we slow down? The value of being present in participatory research
This presentation highlights the tensions between academic productivity and relationship-building. It argues that “slowing down” to be present can strengthen relationships, foster reciprocity, and enhance the rigor of participatory sciences. (Stories of lessons learned)
Tran, Jessica (University of Minnesota Twin Cities);
(P: 25) Development of a citizen science mosquito trap: preliminary, participatory testing in Australia.
This study is about developing and validating a citizen-science-friendly mosquito trap in Australia and comparing its performance with an existing citizen-science trap to support community participation in mosquito surveillance. (Research findings)
Wijesooriya, Shashikala (Adelaide University); Cooper, Mira (Adelaide University), Cameron, Webb (University of Sydney ,NSW Health Pathology; Styan, Craig (Adelaide University); Williams, Craig (Adelaide University)
(P: 121) Why Participation Falters: Seeing Citizen Science Projects as Complex Adaptive Systems
Why do well-designed projects still struggle to retain participants? This talk introduces a complexity science lens to reframe retention challenges not as individual failures, but as emergent patterns from simple micro-interactions. A powerful new wa (Emerging work)
ZENG, ZHEN (Universiti Malaya );
(P: 138) Centering Trauma-Informed Values in Recruitment Strategies with Domestic Violence Survivors
In response to the current sociopolitical climate, our research team adapted recruitment strategies in a large-scale evaluation. We will discuss how we integrated these adaptations using participatory processes and offer recommendations. (Emerging work)
Imtiaz, Amal (University of Maryland, Baltimore County ); Lloyd, Allison (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Nguyen, Uyen (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Marin, Andrea (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Flores, Melanie (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Lalani, Samia (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Nnawulezi, Nkiru (University of Maryland, Baltimore County)
The PEACE of Mind project developed innovative, accessible evaluation and consent processes for a cross-border youth mental health programme, co-designed with young people to address diverse accessibility needs. (Emerging work)
Carr, Jessica (The Open University); Divin, Natalie (The Open University); Reed, Samantha (Verbal Arts); Griffiths, Geraint (Cedar Foundation); Stanford, Kathryn (Inspire Wellbeing); Martin, Jay (Inspire Wellbeing); Herodotou, Christothea (The Open University)
(P: 50) Using annual observer surveys for responsive project design
Project design for participatory science can shape participant experiences, data quality, and efficiency of project resource use. This presentation will share learnings from 5 years of participant surveys for effective project design. (Research findings)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Nayoung Hur
(P: 129) Using a Group Cognitive Interview as a Participatory Tool to Enhance Measurement Validity
We conducted a group cognitive interview with survivor partners to increase the validity of a novel measure of community engagement. We discuss how this method strengthens community partnerships, empowers participants, and centers community voice. (Stories of lessons learned)
Lloyd, Allison (University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)); Nguyen, Uyen (UMBC); Imtiaz, Amal (UMBC); Quino, Maria (UMBC); Lalani, Samia (UMBC); Nnawulezi, Nkiru (UMBC)
(P: 62) From proof to repair: Updating participatory research’s theory of change
Participatory science contributes to social change not by proving harm but by strengthening accountability, improving standards of right and wrong, and otherwise helping to create better moral relations. Knowing this can improve project design. (Research findings)
Ottinger, Gwen (Drexel University);
(P: 23) What becomes possible when we slow down? The value of being present in participatory research
This presentation highlights the tensions between academic productivity and relationship-building. It argues that “slowing down” to be present can strengthen relationships, foster reciprocity, and enhance the rigor of participatory sciences. (Stories of lessons learned)
Tran, Jessica (University of Minnesota Twin Cities);
(P: 25) Development of a citizen science mosquito trap: preliminary, participatory testing in Australia.
This study is about developing and validating a citizen-science-friendly mosquito trap in Australia and comparing its performance with an existing citizen-science trap to support community participation in mosquito surveillance. (Research findings)
Wijesooriya, Shashikala (Adelaide University); Cooper, Mira (Adelaide University), Cameron, Webb (University of Sydney ,NSW Health Pathology; Styan, Craig (Adelaide University); Williams, Craig (Adelaide University)
(P: 121) Why Participation Falters: Seeing Citizen Science Projects as Complex Adaptive Systems
Why do well-designed projects still struggle to retain participants? This talk introduces a complexity science lens to reframe retention challenges not as individual failures, but as emergent patterns from simple micro-interactions. A powerful new wa (Emerging work)
ZENG, ZHEN (Universiti Malaya );
(P: 138) Centering Trauma-Informed Values in Recruitment Strategies with Domestic Violence Survivors
In response to the current sociopolitical climate, our research team adapted recruitment strategies in a large-scale evaluation. We will discuss how we integrated these adaptations using participatory processes and offer recommendations. (Emerging work)
Imtiaz, Amal (University of Maryland, Baltimore County ); Lloyd, Allison (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Nguyen, Uyen (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Marin, Andrea (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Flores, Melanie (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Lalani, Samia (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Nnawulezi, Nkiru (University of Maryland, Baltimore County)
Session 10: Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways, Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 92) A care-centered, power-balancing approach for initiating participatory research
A methodological proposal that foregrounds power awareness and an ethics of care. The presentation will offer practical guidance for addressing power asymmetries when launching a participatory or transdisciplinary research. (Research findings)
Babinet, Nadjeli (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM));
(P: 79) Impact Diagnostics Analysis for Leadership Development Effectiveness: A Multilevel, Integrative Appr
I need your constructive support for this presentation (Research findings)
Belay, Yimenu (government);
(P: 130) Co-designing Citizen Science for sustainability: Emerging insights from Africa
Africa is facing escalating sustainability challenges linked to climate change including water scarcity. Citizen Science is an enabling tool in promoting environmental education which informs local decision making. (Emerging work)
Dhliwayo, Nyaradzo (AEON - Nelson Mandela University); Linol, Bastien (AEON, Mandela University)
(P: 76) A Citation Analysis of NASA Citizen Science Projects
This study analyzes citations of publications from NASA citizen science projects across all science divisions to assess their academic reach, influence, and contributions to research. (Research findings)
Fischer, Heather (Oregon State University); Kirn, Sarah (NASA); Amad, Kim (Oregon State University); Shirk, Jennifer (AAPS); Kuchner, Marc (NASA)
(P: 58) Increasing capacity for community science through regional hubs
In 2023, AGU Thriving Earth Exchange started an initiative to expand the reach of community science through collaboration with regional community science hubs. This session will describe scaling the TEX centralized model to one with multiple spokes. (Stories of lessons learned)
Forsberg, Britt (AGU Thriving Earth Exchange); Semmens, Kate (Nurture Nature Center)
(P: 14) Closing Gaps: PAR and Situated Knowledge in the Colombian Pacific.
This presentation explores how the Research Fund (est. 2017) transitioned into a strategic PAR orchestrator, achieving record engagement and democratizing knowledge through innovative tools and community engament in the Colombian Pacific region. (Stories of lessons learned)
Husain Talero, Soraya (Fundación WWB Colombia); Rincón, José Manuel (Fundación WWB Colombia) Galeano, Lady Alejandra (Fundación WWB Colombia)
(P: 33) Pathways to Leadership: Case Studies of Volunteer Leads at the Aquarium of the Pacific
This presentation studies the lessons learned from volunteer leads at the Aquarium of the Pacific throughout their journey, illustrating how essential volunteers can be in co- creation and program sustainability. (Stories of lessons learned)
Nygren-Burkert, Dawn (Aquarium of the Pacific);
(P: 20) The Backbone of Participatory Science: Citizen Observatories as Research Infrastructures
Citizen observatories play a growing role in participatory science but are often seen as temporary projects. This presentation argues for viewing them as research infrastructures, drawing on a large literature review and conceptual analysis. (Research findings)
Soacha-Godoy, Karen (Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC); Iberoamerican Participatory Science Network (RICAP)); Piera, Jaume, EMBIMOS Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC)
A methodological proposal that foregrounds power awareness and an ethics of care. The presentation will offer practical guidance for addressing power asymmetries when launching a participatory or transdisciplinary research. (Research findings)
Babinet, Nadjeli (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM));
(P: 79) Impact Diagnostics Analysis for Leadership Development Effectiveness: A Multilevel, Integrative Appr
I need your constructive support for this presentation (Research findings)
Belay, Yimenu (government);
(P: 130) Co-designing Citizen Science for sustainability: Emerging insights from Africa
Africa is facing escalating sustainability challenges linked to climate change including water scarcity. Citizen Science is an enabling tool in promoting environmental education which informs local decision making. (Emerging work)
Dhliwayo, Nyaradzo (AEON - Nelson Mandela University); Linol, Bastien (AEON, Mandela University)
(P: 76) A Citation Analysis of NASA Citizen Science Projects
This study analyzes citations of publications from NASA citizen science projects across all science divisions to assess their academic reach, influence, and contributions to research. (Research findings)
Fischer, Heather (Oregon State University); Kirn, Sarah (NASA); Amad, Kim (Oregon State University); Shirk, Jennifer (AAPS); Kuchner, Marc (NASA)
(P: 58) Increasing capacity for community science through regional hubs
In 2023, AGU Thriving Earth Exchange started an initiative to expand the reach of community science through collaboration with regional community science hubs. This session will describe scaling the TEX centralized model to one with multiple spokes. (Stories of lessons learned)
Forsberg, Britt (AGU Thriving Earth Exchange); Semmens, Kate (Nurture Nature Center)
(P: 14) Closing Gaps: PAR and Situated Knowledge in the Colombian Pacific.
This presentation explores how the Research Fund (est. 2017) transitioned into a strategic PAR orchestrator, achieving record engagement and democratizing knowledge through innovative tools and community engament in the Colombian Pacific region. (Stories of lessons learned)
Husain Talero, Soraya (Fundación WWB Colombia); Rincón, José Manuel (Fundación WWB Colombia) Galeano, Lady Alejandra (Fundación WWB Colombia)
(P: 33) Pathways to Leadership: Case Studies of Volunteer Leads at the Aquarium of the Pacific
This presentation studies the lessons learned from volunteer leads at the Aquarium of the Pacific throughout their journey, illustrating how essential volunteers can be in co- creation and program sustainability. (Stories of lessons learned)
Nygren-Burkert, Dawn (Aquarium of the Pacific);
(P: 20) The Backbone of Participatory Science: Citizen Observatories as Research Infrastructures
Citizen observatories play a growing role in participatory science but are often seen as temporary projects. This presentation argues for viewing them as research infrastructures, drawing on a large literature review and conceptual analysis. (Research findings)
Soacha-Godoy, Karen (Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC); Iberoamerican Participatory Science Network (RICAP)); Piera, Jaume, EMBIMOS Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC)
Session 11 Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity, Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 89) Participatory Science Seeds for Biodiversity and Equity: Insights from DAISY
This presentation examines how participatory science acts as a transformative seed for biodiversity and equity, drawing on one of the DAISY project’s cases: urban citizen science using iNaturalist. (Research findings)
Franklin, Alex (Coventry University); Agnes Zolyomi (GreenFormation); Dehnen-Schmutz, Katharina (Coventry University); Green, Sian (Coventry University); Mills, Katie (Coventry University)
(P: 135) Growing Transformations: Measuring the Social and Ecological Impacts of Participatory Innovation
Scaling equitable biodiversity transformations requires innovations that deliver ecological and societal impact. Tiny Forest and NATALIE are large-scale interventions using participatory methods to foster care and understanding of nature’s benefits. (Emerging work)
Narraway, Claire (Earthwatch Europe); Bose, Shivangi (Earthwatch Europe)
(P: 108) From Catalyst to Core: Lessons in Sustaining Community-Driven Research via the Library
This presentation explores how academic libraries drive participatory science. We show how library-led community engagement and City Nature Challenge partnerships sparked two new campus biodiversity museum research initiatives. (Emerging work)
Tribelhorn, Sarah (San Diego State University);
(P: 67) Scaling Citizen Science Across Borders: Lessons from the Asia Nature Challenge (ANC)
The Asia Nature Challenge team shares insights on coordinating a continent-wide biodiversity initiative. Learn how we addressed data gaps through multilingual outreach and regional partnerships to engage diverse communities across Asia. (Stories of lessons learned)
Vaishnav, Ram Dayal (The Naturalist School); A, Ashwin (The Naturalist School); Bhat, Lavanya (The Naturalist School); Chakraborty, Nibedita (The Naturalist School);
(P: 77) “They Made Us Feel Like Scientists”: Youth Science Identity in Community Science
A youth community science program fostered science identity through authentic research, advocacy, and recognition, prompting curriculum revisions that center students’ cultural and linguistic assets while challenging exclusionary norms in science. (Research findings)
VanArnam, Becca (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Harte, Peggy (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Ballard, Heidi (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Jeffres, Carson (UC Davis, Center for Watershed Sciences); Johnson, Rachel (NOAA Fisheries); Lowe-Webb, Miranda (UC Davis, Center for Watershed Sciences)
(P: 100) Community Science as a tool for local government biodiversity monitoring and conservation
Community science is a vital tool for Surrey to monitor biodiversity and ecosystem health in parks. This presentation explores how Surrey integrates community science, and how community science can play a role in addressing inclusivity challenges. (Stories of lessons learned)
Zevit, Pamela (City of Surrey); Cressey, Shannon (City of Surrey)
This presentation examines how participatory science acts as a transformative seed for biodiversity and equity, drawing on one of the DAISY project’s cases: urban citizen science using iNaturalist. (Research findings)
Franklin, Alex (Coventry University); Agnes Zolyomi (GreenFormation); Dehnen-Schmutz, Katharina (Coventry University); Green, Sian (Coventry University); Mills, Katie (Coventry University)
(P: 135) Growing Transformations: Measuring the Social and Ecological Impacts of Participatory Innovation
Scaling equitable biodiversity transformations requires innovations that deliver ecological and societal impact. Tiny Forest and NATALIE are large-scale interventions using participatory methods to foster care and understanding of nature’s benefits. (Emerging work)
Narraway, Claire (Earthwatch Europe); Bose, Shivangi (Earthwatch Europe)
(P: 108) From Catalyst to Core: Lessons in Sustaining Community-Driven Research via the Library
This presentation explores how academic libraries drive participatory science. We show how library-led community engagement and City Nature Challenge partnerships sparked two new campus biodiversity museum research initiatives. (Emerging work)
Tribelhorn, Sarah (San Diego State University);
(P: 67) Scaling Citizen Science Across Borders: Lessons from the Asia Nature Challenge (ANC)
The Asia Nature Challenge team shares insights on coordinating a continent-wide biodiversity initiative. Learn how we addressed data gaps through multilingual outreach and regional partnerships to engage diverse communities across Asia. (Stories of lessons learned)
Vaishnav, Ram Dayal (The Naturalist School); A, Ashwin (The Naturalist School); Bhat, Lavanya (The Naturalist School); Chakraborty, Nibedita (The Naturalist School);
(P: 77) “They Made Us Feel Like Scientists”: Youth Science Identity in Community Science
A youth community science program fostered science identity through authentic research, advocacy, and recognition, prompting curriculum revisions that center students’ cultural and linguistic assets while challenging exclusionary norms in science. (Research findings)
VanArnam, Becca (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Harte, Peggy (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Ballard, Heidi (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Jeffres, Carson (UC Davis, Center for Watershed Sciences); Johnson, Rachel (NOAA Fisheries); Lowe-Webb, Miranda (UC Davis, Center for Watershed Sciences)
(P: 100) Community Science as a tool for local government biodiversity monitoring and conservation
Community science is a vital tool for Surrey to monitor biodiversity and ecosystem health in parks. This presentation explores how Surrey integrates community science, and how community science can play a role in addressing inclusivity challenges. (Stories of lessons learned)
Zevit, Pamela (City of Surrey); Cressey, Shannon (City of Surrey)
Session 12 Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS, Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT
(P: 111) Play and expertise: Community-based approaches to fire readiness/evacuation education and planning
We evaluate the results of two different tabletop simulations/board games to engage community members in planning for fire evacuation - investigating what effectively motivates action, what builds community, and whose expertise is featured and where. (Emerging work)
Eitzel, MV (University of California, Davis); Meyer, Ryan (University of California, Davis); Schlickman, Emily (University of California, Davis)
(P: 42) Curating citizen science data to strengthen the scientific use of iNaturalist in Bolivia
Citizen science in Bolivia has generated extensive biodiversity data through iNaturalist, yet data curation is essential to improve scientific reliability while strengthening conservation engagement and societal connections to nature. (Stories of lessons learned)
Flores Turdera, Cecilia (Wildlife Conservation Society Bolivia Program); Wallace Robert (Wildlife Conservation Society Bolivia Program)
(P: 16) Gamification of Citizen Science for Tourism
SnapTi is a mobile app using AI to enhance the tourism experience by involving tourists in citizen science but through a gamified experience. (Emerging work)
Gavron, Dr Shana Vida (SnapTi);
(P: 120) Gamification in Citizen Science: A Scoping Review of Reported Outcomes
We present findings from our scoping review, looking at the outcomes of gamification in citizen science. We identify the methodological approaches used to study engagement, behavioural change, and other reported effects of gamification in CS. (Research findings)
Parashar, Nimisha (University of Nottingham); Dowthwaite, Liz (University of Nottingham); Spence, Alexa (University of Nottingham); Konstantinidis Stathis (University of Nottingham); Sprinks, James (Earthwatch)
(P: 71) BENCHMARKS: Gamifying Soil Health Trade-offs across Urban, Forest, and Agricultural Landscapes
'Earth Engine' gamifies soil health trade-offs in urban, forest, and agricultural landscapes. It bridges the complexity gap for citizen scientists, enhancing data literacy while providing researchers with vital stakeholder priority feedback. (Emerging work)
Sprinks, James (Earthwatch Europe); Amy Nieuwenstein (Earthwatch Europe); Peter Hoebe (Earthwatch Europe); Jesse Himmelstein (Ikigai Games)
We evaluate the results of two different tabletop simulations/board games to engage community members in planning for fire evacuation - investigating what effectively motivates action, what builds community, and whose expertise is featured and where. (Emerging work)
Eitzel, MV (University of California, Davis); Meyer, Ryan (University of California, Davis); Schlickman, Emily (University of California, Davis)
(P: 42) Curating citizen science data to strengthen the scientific use of iNaturalist in Bolivia
Citizen science in Bolivia has generated extensive biodiversity data through iNaturalist, yet data curation is essential to improve scientific reliability while strengthening conservation engagement and societal connections to nature. (Stories of lessons learned)
Flores Turdera, Cecilia (Wildlife Conservation Society Bolivia Program); Wallace Robert (Wildlife Conservation Society Bolivia Program)
(P: 16) Gamification of Citizen Science for Tourism
SnapTi is a mobile app using AI to enhance the tourism experience by involving tourists in citizen science but through a gamified experience. (Emerging work)
Gavron, Dr Shana Vida (SnapTi);
(P: 120) Gamification in Citizen Science: A Scoping Review of Reported Outcomes
We present findings from our scoping review, looking at the outcomes of gamification in citizen science. We identify the methodological approaches used to study engagement, behavioural change, and other reported effects of gamification in CS. (Research findings)
Parashar, Nimisha (University of Nottingham); Dowthwaite, Liz (University of Nottingham); Spence, Alexa (University of Nottingham); Konstantinidis Stathis (University of Nottingham); Sprinks, James (Earthwatch)
(P: 71) BENCHMARKS: Gamifying Soil Health Trade-offs across Urban, Forest, and Agricultural Landscapes
'Earth Engine' gamifies soil health trade-offs in urban, forest, and agricultural landscapes. It bridges the complexity gap for citizen scientists, enhancing data literacy while providing researchers with vital stakeholder priority feedback. (Emerging work)
Sprinks, James (Earthwatch Europe); Amy Nieuwenstein (Earthwatch Europe); Peter Hoebe (Earthwatch Europe); Jesse Himmelstein (Ikigai Games)
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT
Session 9: Technological & Digital Communities, Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT
(P: 123) Participatory research with professional translators: Language diversity in AI-generated translation
Participatory research with professional translators co-designs frameworks to evaluate LLM translations, focusing on language varieties, bias and quality. The initiative negotiates standards, recognises diverse expertise and addresses power dynamics. (Emerging work)
Heinisch, Barbara (Eurac Research)
(P: 104) Welcome to the Cosmic Party: CitSci with Rubin Observatory
The revolutionary NSF- DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory will start the Legacy Survey of Space and Time in 2026, enabling many impactful citsci projects. We reflect on our first few preliminary projects and plans for meaningful public participation. (Emerging work)
Higgs, Clare (NSF–DOE Rubin Observatory/NSF NOIRLab)
(P: 36) Report on Visioning for Grand Challenges for the Convergence of Computational and Citizen Science
We present outcomes from a CCC-supported visioning workshop developing a prioritized research agenda for integrating citizen science and human-centered AI to advance large-scale, community-engaged computational science. (Stories of lessons learned)
Jackson, Corey (University of Wisconsin, Madison); Lucy Fortson (University of Minnesota), Lea Shanley (International Computer Science Institute and GNIES, University of Wisconsin-Madison), Tanya Berger-Wolf (The Ohio State University), Kevin Crowston (Syracuse University), Saiph Savage (Northeastern University), and Haley Griffin (Computing Research Association)
(P: 115) Target-oriented communication strategies as drivers of impact in Citizen Science
We analyse communication strategies in EU citizen science projects to enhance impact. Based on case studies and surveys, we propose a stepwise model and guidelines to bridge resource gaps and support transnational upscaling.. (Stories of lessons learned)
Vuolo, Nicola (OutBe); Liconti, Arianna (OutBe); Biguzzi Filippo (OutBe); Giaisa Rinaldi, Diana (OutBe)
(P: 44) Virtual Communities of Practice Modeled in Online Citizen Science Projects
This research investigated 1) the relationship between virtual communities of practice and online citizen science projects and 2) how virtual communities of practice are maintained and supported by online citizen science project leadership. (Research findings)
Whitworth, Christi (Texas Tech University); Childers, Gina (Texas Tech University); Matteson, Shirley (Texas Tech University); Swanson, Kylie (University of Colorado, Colorado Springs)
(P: 47) Comparing outreach efforts and successes for different participatory science platforms
By comparing the outcomes of similar outreach strategies on different participatory science platforms, iNaturalist and Community Snow Observations (CSO), we can learn how to target groups that are likely to have high levels of involvement. (Stories of lessons learned)
Wood, Madelyn (Appalachian Mountain Club); Murray, Georgia (Appalachian Mountain Club)
(P: 45) From needs to values: Approaching the 'how’ for ethical XR development
This presentation focuses on the methodological application of the Guidance Ethics Approach and how it complements Human-Centered Design in early-stage XR development. Practical lessons learned and directions for future research will be highlighted. (Stories of lessons learned)
Hallström, Louise (Vrije Universiteit Brussel); Iris Jennes (Vrije Universiteit Brussel); Wendy Van den Broeck (Vrije Universiteit Brussel)
Participatory research with professional translators co-designs frameworks to evaluate LLM translations, focusing on language varieties, bias and quality. The initiative negotiates standards, recognises diverse expertise and addresses power dynamics. (Emerging work)
Heinisch, Barbara (Eurac Research)
(P: 104) Welcome to the Cosmic Party: CitSci with Rubin Observatory
The revolutionary NSF- DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory will start the Legacy Survey of Space and Time in 2026, enabling many impactful citsci projects. We reflect on our first few preliminary projects and plans for meaningful public participation. (Emerging work)
Higgs, Clare (NSF–DOE Rubin Observatory/NSF NOIRLab)
(P: 36) Report on Visioning for Grand Challenges for the Convergence of Computational and Citizen Science
We present outcomes from a CCC-supported visioning workshop developing a prioritized research agenda for integrating citizen science and human-centered AI to advance large-scale, community-engaged computational science. (Stories of lessons learned)
Jackson, Corey (University of Wisconsin, Madison); Lucy Fortson (University of Minnesota), Lea Shanley (International Computer Science Institute and GNIES, University of Wisconsin-Madison), Tanya Berger-Wolf (The Ohio State University), Kevin Crowston (Syracuse University), Saiph Savage (Northeastern University), and Haley Griffin (Computing Research Association)
(P: 115) Target-oriented communication strategies as drivers of impact in Citizen Science
We analyse communication strategies in EU citizen science projects to enhance impact. Based on case studies and surveys, we propose a stepwise model and guidelines to bridge resource gaps and support transnational upscaling.. (Stories of lessons learned)
Vuolo, Nicola (OutBe); Liconti, Arianna (OutBe); Biguzzi Filippo (OutBe); Giaisa Rinaldi, Diana (OutBe)
(P: 44) Virtual Communities of Practice Modeled in Online Citizen Science Projects
This research investigated 1) the relationship between virtual communities of practice and online citizen science projects and 2) how virtual communities of practice are maintained and supported by online citizen science project leadership. (Research findings)
Whitworth, Christi (Texas Tech University); Childers, Gina (Texas Tech University); Matteson, Shirley (Texas Tech University); Swanson, Kylie (University of Colorado, Colorado Springs)
(P: 47) Comparing outreach efforts and successes for different participatory science platforms
By comparing the outcomes of similar outreach strategies on different participatory science platforms, iNaturalist and Community Snow Observations (CSO), we can learn how to target groups that are likely to have high levels of involvement. (Stories of lessons learned)
Wood, Madelyn (Appalachian Mountain Club); Murray, Georgia (Appalachian Mountain Club)
(P: 45) From needs to values: Approaching the 'how’ for ethical XR development
This presentation focuses on the methodological application of the Guidance Ethics Approach and how it complements Human-Centered Design in early-stage XR development. Practical lessons learned and directions for future research will be highlighted. (Stories of lessons learned)
Hallström, Louise (Vrije Universiteit Brussel); Iris Jennes (Vrije Universiteit Brussel); Wendy Van den Broeck (Vrije Universiteit Brussel)
Session 8: Infrastructure & Funding Models, Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT
(P: 113) Community Organizing as Infrastructure for Participatory STEM
Discover lessons learned from the development of the Community Organizing Handbook for STEM Professionals, designed to help you create meaningful action within complex environments. (Stories of lessons learned)
Amin, Nouran (Ball State University ); Barnes, Kelly (Tessera Strategies); Crall, Alycia (Tessera Strategies); Gahm, Kaija (UCLA); Newman, Sarah (CitSci, Colorado State University); Sutton Kennedy, Talisha (Tessera Strategies); Word, Karen (Tessera Strategies)
(P: 35) Mapping of Citizen Science Funding Models
Explores citizen science funding models, emphasizing the dominance of public grants, challenges with sustainability, and underutilized alternatives like private sector and hybrid funding, suggesting diversification for long-term success. (Stories of lessons learned)
Francisco, Inês (INOVA); Moreira, Tânia (INOVA) Carneiro, Sara (INOVA) Caria, Matilde (INOVA)
(P: 69) How to Evaluate a Research Infrastructure for Citizen Science
This contribution outlines a co-designed evaluation model for a European citizen science research infrastructure that extends existing frameworks beyond academia and embeds participatory practices and emerging values. (Emerging work)
Kieslinger, Barbara (Centre for Soziale Innovation); Holocher, Teresa (Centre for Social Innovation); Mayer, Katja (Centre for Social Innovation)
(P: 19) Creating common ground through research?
We will present the CLIPSSA project before developing the methodology and results of the “local knowledge” component in South Pacific islands and at least addressing the role of research as an “intermediary” between the various actors. (Emerging work)
Leclercq, Maya (IRD);
(P: 90) Berlin as an Integrated Research Space: Insights from the Participatory Research Map
The Participatory Research Map visualizes over 90 projects across the Berlin University Alliance, exploring disciplinary patterns, funding structures, and methodological approaches to strengthen participatory and open research practices. (Emerging work)
Nölle, Nikola (TD-Lab / Berlin University Alliance); Maaike Duine (Open Research Office/Freie Universität Berlin); Anastasiia Iarkaeva (Berlin Institute of Health/Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin); Nadin Gaasch (TD-Lab/Berlin University Alliance)
(P: 31) Citizen Science and the Private Sector: Emerging Models of Engagement
We analyze cases of corporate engagement in citizen science and identify five models: firms as users, sponsors, resource providers, infrastructure suppliers, and organizers. We discuss benefits and risks of public-private CS collaboration. (Research findings)
Sauermann, Henry (European School of Management and Technology); Franzoni, Chiara (Politecnico di Milano)
Discover lessons learned from the development of the Community Organizing Handbook for STEM Professionals, designed to help you create meaningful action within complex environments. (Stories of lessons learned)
Amin, Nouran (Ball State University ); Barnes, Kelly (Tessera Strategies); Crall, Alycia (Tessera Strategies); Gahm, Kaija (UCLA); Newman, Sarah (CitSci, Colorado State University); Sutton Kennedy, Talisha (Tessera Strategies); Word, Karen (Tessera Strategies)
(P: 35) Mapping of Citizen Science Funding Models
Explores citizen science funding models, emphasizing the dominance of public grants, challenges with sustainability, and underutilized alternatives like private sector and hybrid funding, suggesting diversification for long-term success. (Stories of lessons learned)
Francisco, Inês (INOVA); Moreira, Tânia (INOVA) Carneiro, Sara (INOVA) Caria, Matilde (INOVA)
(P: 69) How to Evaluate a Research Infrastructure for Citizen Science
This contribution outlines a co-designed evaluation model for a European citizen science research infrastructure that extends existing frameworks beyond academia and embeds participatory practices and emerging values. (Emerging work)
Kieslinger, Barbara (Centre for Soziale Innovation); Holocher, Teresa (Centre for Social Innovation); Mayer, Katja (Centre for Social Innovation)
(P: 19) Creating common ground through research?
We will present the CLIPSSA project before developing the methodology and results of the “local knowledge” component in South Pacific islands and at least addressing the role of research as an “intermediary” between the various actors. (Emerging work)
Leclercq, Maya (IRD);
(P: 90) Berlin as an Integrated Research Space: Insights from the Participatory Research Map
The Participatory Research Map visualizes over 90 projects across the Berlin University Alliance, exploring disciplinary patterns, funding structures, and methodological approaches to strengthen participatory and open research practices. (Emerging work)
Nölle, Nikola (TD-Lab / Berlin University Alliance); Maaike Duine (Open Research Office/Freie Universität Berlin); Anastasiia Iarkaeva (Berlin Institute of Health/Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin); Nadin Gaasch (TD-Lab/Berlin University Alliance)
(P: 31) Citizen Science and the Private Sector: Emerging Models of Engagement
We analyze cases of corporate engagement in citizen science and identify five models: firms as users, sponsors, resource providers, infrastructure suppliers, and organizers. We discuss benefits and risks of public-private CS collaboration. (Research findings)
Sauermann, Henry (European School of Management and Technology); Franzoni, Chiara (Politecnico di Milano)
Session 6: Making Sense of Data Together, Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT
(P: 80) Creating Citizen Data Scientists
Participatory science projects collect a lot of data, but analysis is often limited by a lack of in-house data science knowledge. Here, we explore a “Citizen Data Science” workshop series tailored to volunteers to help bridge this skills gap. (Emerging work)
Coyne, Sophie ();
(P: 116) Participatory environmental science: from the idea to the paper
A participatory science project was implemented in a research on river biopollutants. The volunteers participated in all research phases: from the initial idea to the publication in a scientific journal. (Research findings)
Dopico, Eduardo (University of Oviedo (Spain)); García-Vázquez, Eva; University of Oviedo (Spain)
(P: 53) Co‑Creating Knowledge: How Communities and Scientists Advance Research with CitSci
CitSci is a global platform supporting participatory science projects by and for communities at all scales. Join us behind the scenes to see how NGOs, NASA, universities, teachers, and more use CitSci to meet their community needs and science goals. (Stories of lessons learned)
Newman, Sarah (CitSci, Colorado State University); Nickerson, Caroline (CitSci, Colorado State University), Budnicki, Brandon (CitSci, Colorado State University), Dheenadayalan Sivakami, Guhan (CitSci, Colorado State University), Lynn, Stacy (CitSci, Colorado State University), Newman, Greg (CitSci, Colorado State University)
(P: 153) Walking the Data, Naming the Loss: A Participatory Data Walk with Young People in Philly
This project used a participatory data walk to share, validate and deepen narrative inquiry findings with Philadelphia youth. Interactive stations transformed abstract themes into embodied experiences. (Emerging work)
Atkinson, Alicia (Wealth and Work Futures Lab ); Carter, Kevin (MSW, Wellness Director, WWFL); Anderson, Nyah (WWFL Media Fellow); Tatum, Charlotte (WWFL Media Fellow); and Terry Jr., Craig (WWFL Media Fellow)
(P: 91) From data creation to dashboard visualization: Making conceptions of inclusivity visible
I explore design considerations for inclusivity dashboards for citizen science projects by critically examining how demographic data creation, visualization tools, and design practices shape and are shaped by often implicit inclusivity conceptions. (Research findings)
Scheuch, Carolina ();
(P: 103) Bridging the Gap: Building Trust and Informing Fisheries Management Through SAFMC Release
Explore lessons learned from the implementation of outreach, communication, and volunteer engagement strategies designed to help the SAFMC Release project support informed federal fisheries management while building trust with the fishing community. (Stories of lessons learned)
Withers, Meg (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Byrd, Julia (SAFMC)
Participatory science projects collect a lot of data, but analysis is often limited by a lack of in-house data science knowledge. Here, we explore a “Citizen Data Science” workshop series tailored to volunteers to help bridge this skills gap. (Emerging work)
Coyne, Sophie ();
(P: 116) Participatory environmental science: from the idea to the paper
A participatory science project was implemented in a research on river biopollutants. The volunteers participated in all research phases: from the initial idea to the publication in a scientific journal. (Research findings)
Dopico, Eduardo (University of Oviedo (Spain)); García-Vázquez, Eva; University of Oviedo (Spain)
(P: 53) Co‑Creating Knowledge: How Communities and Scientists Advance Research with CitSci
CitSci is a global platform supporting participatory science projects by and for communities at all scales. Join us behind the scenes to see how NGOs, NASA, universities, teachers, and more use CitSci to meet their community needs and science goals. (Stories of lessons learned)
Newman, Sarah (CitSci, Colorado State University); Nickerson, Caroline (CitSci, Colorado State University), Budnicki, Brandon (CitSci, Colorado State University), Dheenadayalan Sivakami, Guhan (CitSci, Colorado State University), Lynn, Stacy (CitSci, Colorado State University), Newman, Greg (CitSci, Colorado State University)
(P: 153) Walking the Data, Naming the Loss: A Participatory Data Walk with Young People in Philly
This project used a participatory data walk to share, validate and deepen narrative inquiry findings with Philadelphia youth. Interactive stations transformed abstract themes into embodied experiences. (Emerging work)
Atkinson, Alicia (Wealth and Work Futures Lab ); Carter, Kevin (MSW, Wellness Director, WWFL); Anderson, Nyah (WWFL Media Fellow); Tatum, Charlotte (WWFL Media Fellow); and Terry Jr., Craig (WWFL Media Fellow)
(P: 91) From data creation to dashboard visualization: Making conceptions of inclusivity visible
I explore design considerations for inclusivity dashboards for citizen science projects by critically examining how demographic data creation, visualization tools, and design practices shape and are shaped by often implicit inclusivity conceptions. (Research findings)
Scheuch, Carolina ();
(P: 103) Bridging the Gap: Building Trust and Informing Fisheries Management Through SAFMC Release
Explore lessons learned from the implementation of outreach, communication, and volunteer engagement strategies designed to help the SAFMC Release project support informed federal fisheries management while building trust with the fishing community. (Stories of lessons learned)
Withers, Meg (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Byrd, Julia (SAFMC)
Session 15: Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30, Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT
(P: 24) Supporting the GLOBE Community Through the Next Generation Global Collaboratory
In response to the uncertainties of GLOBE funding, colleagues formed the Next Generation Global Collaboratory to support and expand opportunities for the GLOBE community using sensors and AI. We will discuss how our vision contributes to GLOBE. (Emerging work)
Boger, Rebecca (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc); Vörösmarty, Charles (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc); Schelkin, Larisa (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc)
(P: 101) Building around partner needs for long-term sustainability
GLOBE Observer grew its volunteer base through community partnerships. While each partner implemented citizen science in unique ways, support tools developed for each are valuable for broader implementation and long-term sustainability. (Stories of lessons learned)
Kohl, Holli (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (SSAI)); Weaver, Kristen (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, SSAI); Weiclawek, Joseph (Astrion); Colon Robles, Marile (NASA Langley Research Center, Adnet Systems); Ballinger, Tina (NASA Langley Research Center, Adnet Systems)
(P: 128) Scaling EMERGE for Mosquito Habitat Mapping: Libraries, Communities, and Coding
EMERGE advances community-centered environmental research using GLOBE Observer data, open-access curriculum, library hackathons, and student-led analysis. (Emerging work)
Nickerson, Caroline (Florida Community Innovation); Yang, Di (University of Florida); Zhang, Olivia (University of Florida)
(P: 139) Persistence of Arctic and Earth SIGNs Citizen Science Projects in Alaska: Comparative Case Studies
Arctic and Earth SIGNs partnered with communities across Alaska from 2016-2025 to support youth- led citizen science. Implementation was analyzed for conditions that most strongly contributed to sustained and strong outcomes. (Research findings)
Sparrow, Elena B. (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center); Spellman, Katie V. (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center and College of Natural Science and Mathematics), Chase, Malinda J. (Association of Interior Native Educators), Larson, Angela (Goldstream Group, Inc.), Buffington, Christina L. (University of Alaska Fairbanks Geographic Information Network of Alaska), Roach, Sonta (University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Indigenous Studies), Joyanne Hamilton (Innoko River School), Mynatt, Terri (Anchorage School District), Northcutt, Adrianna (Renewable Energy Alaska Program), Wells, Kristen (Juneau Douglas High School), Sousa, Emily (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center), Brannan, Tori (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center), Fochesatto, Guillermo J. (University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Natural Science and Mathematics), Allen, Delia (Goldstream Group, Inc.), Chapman, Chelsea (Goldstream Group, Inc.)
(P: ) Looking Back to Move Forward: Sustaining GLOBE After 30 Years
We reflect on 30 years of GLOBE to explore how partner and community strengths shape a sustainable future. We share opportunities to expand collaboration, deepen impact, and grow the next generation of scientists and scientifically literate citizens. (Stories of lessons learned)
Bourgeault, Jennifer (United States Country Coordination Office, University of New Hampshire); Wicklein, Haley (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Carlson, Alicia (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Haney, Jodi (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH)
In response to the uncertainties of GLOBE funding, colleagues formed the Next Generation Global Collaboratory to support and expand opportunities for the GLOBE community using sensors and AI. We will discuss how our vision contributes to GLOBE. (Emerging work)
Boger, Rebecca (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc); Vörösmarty, Charles (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc); Schelkin, Larisa (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc)
(P: 101) Building around partner needs for long-term sustainability
GLOBE Observer grew its volunteer base through community partnerships. While each partner implemented citizen science in unique ways, support tools developed for each are valuable for broader implementation and long-term sustainability. (Stories of lessons learned)
Kohl, Holli (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (SSAI)); Weaver, Kristen (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, SSAI); Weiclawek, Joseph (Astrion); Colon Robles, Marile (NASA Langley Research Center, Adnet Systems); Ballinger, Tina (NASA Langley Research Center, Adnet Systems)
(P: 128) Scaling EMERGE for Mosquito Habitat Mapping: Libraries, Communities, and Coding
EMERGE advances community-centered environmental research using GLOBE Observer data, open-access curriculum, library hackathons, and student-led analysis. (Emerging work)
Nickerson, Caroline (Florida Community Innovation); Yang, Di (University of Florida); Zhang, Olivia (University of Florida)
(P: 139) Persistence of Arctic and Earth SIGNs Citizen Science Projects in Alaska: Comparative Case Studies
Arctic and Earth SIGNs partnered with communities across Alaska from 2016-2025 to support youth- led citizen science. Implementation was analyzed for conditions that most strongly contributed to sustained and strong outcomes. (Research findings)
Sparrow, Elena B. (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center); Spellman, Katie V. (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center and College of Natural Science and Mathematics), Chase, Malinda J. (Association of Interior Native Educators), Larson, Angela (Goldstream Group, Inc.), Buffington, Christina L. (University of Alaska Fairbanks Geographic Information Network of Alaska), Roach, Sonta (University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Indigenous Studies), Joyanne Hamilton (Innoko River School), Mynatt, Terri (Anchorage School District), Northcutt, Adrianna (Renewable Energy Alaska Program), Wells, Kristen (Juneau Douglas High School), Sousa, Emily (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center), Brannan, Tori (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center), Fochesatto, Guillermo J. (University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Natural Science and Mathematics), Allen, Delia (Goldstream Group, Inc.), Chapman, Chelsea (Goldstream Group, Inc.)
(P: ) Looking Back to Move Forward: Sustaining GLOBE After 30 Years
We reflect on 30 years of GLOBE to explore how partner and community strengths shape a sustainable future. We share opportunities to expand collaboration, deepen impact, and grow the next generation of scientists and scientifically literate citizens. (Stories of lessons learned)
Bourgeault, Jennifer (United States Country Coordination Office, University of New Hampshire); Wicklein, Haley (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Carlson, Alicia (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Haney, Jodi (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH)
Session 18: Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences, Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT
(P: 146) “Global Trends and Knowledge Structure of Participatory Medical Research: A Bibliometric Study
This study maps the global landscape of participatory research in medicine using scientometric analysis, identifying trends, collaboration networks, thematic evolution, and emerging research priorities shaping inclusive, patient-centered healthcare. (Research findings)
Bhati, Madhulika (Dalhousie University); M.Boetero, Camilo, Ronald Pelot
(P: 99) A Community Engaged Board to Build Primary Palliative Care Capacity in One Rural Michigan County
Building locally focused primary palliative care capacity using a community-based participatory research approach is a solution to address rural palliative care disparities and improve outcomes at the individual, population, and systems levels. (Stories of lessons learned)
Ehrlich, Olga (Oakland University); Derusha, Nick (LMAS District Health Department); Johnson, Helen E. (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Paramski, Tracy (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Holbrook, Alyssa (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Schuck, Catelyn (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Kuehl, Kyle (Ministerial Commission); Beaulieu, Michael (LMAS District Health Department); Gazaway, Shena (University of Alabama Birmingham School of Nursing)
(P: 43) Post-Disaster Participatory Science: Collecting Drinking Water & Mold Samples after Hurricane Helene
Post-Disaster Participatory Science: Collecting Drinking Water and Mold Samples after Hurricane Helene (Research findings)
George, Andrew (UNC Chapel Hill Institute for the Environment, Superfund Research Program); Yelton, Sarah (UNC SRP); Fry, Rebecca C. (UNC SRP); Harrington, Cailee (UNC SRP); Noble, Rachel (UNC IMS); Blackwood, Denene (UNC IMS); Gray, Kathleen M. (UNC SRP)
(P: 54) When nursing research belongs to everyone: Adopting Citizen Science as a portal to health equity
Citizen science offers nursing a participatory framework grounded in epistemic justice to democratize knowledge production, center community expertise, and uncover novel insights that traditional research methods may overlook. (Emerging work)
McMurray, Patrick (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical Center); Fontenot, Justin (Tulane University, Program of Nursing), Valdez, Anna (Sonoma State University School of Nursing), McCamey, Danielle (University of Maryland School of Nursing), Valdez, Mia (Sonoma State University School of Nursing)
(P: 150) App-Based Mosquito Surveillance and Community Engagement in St. Louis: Evaluation Insights
Our mixed-methods evaluation assessed effects of community outreach and strategies for sustained community partnership for Mosquito Alert STL, a community science project in St. Louis, Missouri applying a mosquito surveillance app from Spain. (Research findings)
Wray, Ricardo (Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice); Mohsen, Mira (CPHSJ); Nothstine, Amanda (CPHSJ); Patel, Vishani (CPHSJ); Agmon, Reilly (Lake County Health Department); Hassan, Mehdia (CPHSJ); Ponzi, Jean (Missourit Botanical Garden); Arrighi, Jeanine (City of St. Louis Department of Health (Retired))
This study maps the global landscape of participatory research in medicine using scientometric analysis, identifying trends, collaboration networks, thematic evolution, and emerging research priorities shaping inclusive, patient-centered healthcare. (Research findings)
Bhati, Madhulika (Dalhousie University); M.Boetero, Camilo, Ronald Pelot
(P: 99) A Community Engaged Board to Build Primary Palliative Care Capacity in One Rural Michigan County
Building locally focused primary palliative care capacity using a community-based participatory research approach is a solution to address rural palliative care disparities and improve outcomes at the individual, population, and systems levels. (Stories of lessons learned)
Ehrlich, Olga (Oakland University); Derusha, Nick (LMAS District Health Department); Johnson, Helen E. (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Paramski, Tracy (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Holbrook, Alyssa (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Schuck, Catelyn (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Kuehl, Kyle (Ministerial Commission); Beaulieu, Michael (LMAS District Health Department); Gazaway, Shena (University of Alabama Birmingham School of Nursing)
(P: 43) Post-Disaster Participatory Science: Collecting Drinking Water & Mold Samples after Hurricane Helene
Post-Disaster Participatory Science: Collecting Drinking Water and Mold Samples after Hurricane Helene (Research findings)
George, Andrew (UNC Chapel Hill Institute for the Environment, Superfund Research Program); Yelton, Sarah (UNC SRP); Fry, Rebecca C. (UNC SRP); Harrington, Cailee (UNC SRP); Noble, Rachel (UNC IMS); Blackwood, Denene (UNC IMS); Gray, Kathleen M. (UNC SRP)
(P: 54) When nursing research belongs to everyone: Adopting Citizen Science as a portal to health equity
Citizen science offers nursing a participatory framework grounded in epistemic justice to democratize knowledge production, center community expertise, and uncover novel insights that traditional research methods may overlook. (Emerging work)
McMurray, Patrick (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical Center); Fontenot, Justin (Tulane University, Program of Nursing), Valdez, Anna (Sonoma State University School of Nursing), McCamey, Danielle (University of Maryland School of Nursing), Valdez, Mia (Sonoma State University School of Nursing)
(P: 150) App-Based Mosquito Surveillance and Community Engagement in St. Louis: Evaluation Insights
Our mixed-methods evaluation assessed effects of community outreach and strategies for sustained community partnership for Mosquito Alert STL, a community science project in St. Louis, Missouri applying a mosquito surveillance app from Spain. (Research findings)
Wray, Ricardo (Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice); Mohsen, Mira (CPHSJ); Nothstine, Amanda (CPHSJ); Patel, Vishani (CPHSJ); Agmon, Reilly (Lake County Health Department); Hassan, Mehdia (CPHSJ); Ponzi, Jean (Missourit Botanical Garden); Arrighi, Jeanine (City of St. Louis Department of Health (Retired))
Presentations by Author:
Abdelhamid, Sherif (Virginia Military Institute); Aly, Mona (Independent Researcher)
P: 26 - Collaboratium: An AI-Enabled Platform for Open and Participatory Research Collaboration
Collaboratium is an AI-enabled platform that supports participatory research by helping researchers and community partners find strong collaboration matches, reduce communication barriers, and engage in open, inclusive collaboration.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Emerging work)
Amin, Nouran (Ball State University ); Barnes, Kelly (Tessera Strategies); Crall, Alycia (Tessera Strategies); Gahm, Kaija (UCLA); Newman, Sarah (CitSci, Colorado State University); Sutton Kennedy, Talisha (Tessera Strategies); Word, Karen (Tessera Strategies)
P: 113 - Community Organizing as Infrastructure for Participatory STEM
Discover lessons learned from the development of the Community Organizing Handbook for STEM Professionals, designed to help you create meaningful action within complex environments.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Stories of lessons learned)
Amstutz, Eliza (CAPA Strategies); Williams, Joey (CAPA Strategies)
P: 38 - Towards Integrative, Community-Based Assessments of Site-Scale Heat Interventions
Drawing on recent and ongoing projects, this presentation will highlight the crucial role that citizen scientists play in tracking the impact of site-scale heat interventions on local microclimates and heat experiences.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Anderson, Lauren (UofL); Caison Black (University of Louisville), Ted Smith (University of Louisville)
P: 5 - Senior Cultural Pass: Evaluating Senior Loneliness After an Arts-Based Intervention
UofL partnered with Fund for the Arts to evaluate whether the Cultural Pass reduces loneliness in older adults. The program offers free access to 50+ arts and cultural venues, promoting social engagement and well-being.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Research findings)
Archer, Rhys (Stockholm Environment Institute, University of York); Sarah West (Stockholm Environment Institute, University of York)
P: 15 - Reflections from Youth LIVES on Working with Young People in Mental Health Citizen Science
This presentation reflects on Youth LIVES, exploring experiences of working with young people in mental health citizen science and sharing learning about participatory methods, ethics, and collaboration.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Stories of lessons learned)
Atkinson, Alicia (Wealth and Work Futures Lab ); Carter, Kevin (MSW, Wellness Director, WWFL); Anderson, Nyah (WWFL Media Fellow); Tatum, Charlotte (WWFL Media Fellow); and Terry Jr., Craig (WWFL Media Fellow)
P: 153 - Walking the Data, Naming the Loss: A Participatory Data Walk with Young People in Philly
This project used a participatory data walk to share, validate and deepen narrative inquiry findings with Philadelphia youth. Interactive stations transformed abstract themes into embodied experiences.
- Making Sense of Data Together (Emerging work)
Avci, Cigdem (TOBB ETU);
P: 117 - Beyond Living in Bubbles: Communicating Within Dynamic Meaning-Adaptive Social Spaces
This work introduces a conceptual perspective that reframes social bubbles as dynamic, meaning-adaptive interaction spaces rather than static zones of isolation.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Emerging work)
Babinet, Nadjeli (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM));
P: 92 - A care-centered, power-balancing approach for initiating participatory research
A methodological proposal that foregrounds power awareness and an ethics of care. The presentation will offer practical guidance for addressing power asymmetries when launching a participatory or transdisciplinary research.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Research findings)
Badruesham, Nurfarawahidah (UiTM); Nurfarawahidah Badruesham (Al-Bukhari Library, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia); Mazlin Kusin ( School of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia) ; Nik Hazlan Nik Hashim (School of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia); Noor Azliza Aziz (Al-Bukhari Library, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia)
P: 114 - A Station-Based Citizen Science Learning Module for Biodiversity Literacy
This poster presents a station-based citizen science learning module developed with the School of Wood Industry, using a campus arboretum to support biodiversity literacy and structured participatory learning.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Research findings)
Belay, Yimenu (government);
P: 79 - Impact Diagnostics Analysis for Leadership Development Effectiveness: A Multilevel, Integrative Appr
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Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Research findings)
Bhati, Madhulika (Dalhousie University); M.Boetero, Camilo, Ronald Pelot
P: 146 - “Global Trends and Knowledge Structure of Participatory Medical Research: A Bibliometric Study
This study maps the global landscape of participatory research in medicine using scientometric analysis, identifying trends, collaboration networks, thematic evolution, and emerging research priorities shaping inclusive, patient-centered healthcare.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Research findings)
Boger, Rebecca (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc); Vörösmarty, Charles (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc); Schelkin, Larisa (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc)
P: 24 - Supporting the GLOBE Community Through the Next Generation Global Collaboratory
In response to the uncertainties of GLOBE funding, colleagues formed the Next Generation Global Collaboratory to support and expand opportunities for the GLOBE community using sensors and AI. We will discuss how our vision contributes to GLOBE.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Emerging work)
Bourgeault, Jennifer (United States Country Coordination Office, University of New Hampshire); Wicklein, Haley (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Carlson, Alicia (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Haney, Jodi (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH)
P: - Looking Back to Move Forward: Sustaining GLOBE After 30 Years
We reflect on 30 years of GLOBE to explore how partner and community strengths shape a sustainable future. We share opportunities to expand collaboration, deepen impact, and grow the next generation of scientists and scientifically literate citizens.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Stories of lessons learned)
Bourgeault, Jennifer (United States Country Coordination Office, University of New Hampshire); Wicklein, Haley (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Carlson, Alicia (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Haney, Jodi (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH)
P: 151 - Looking Back to Move Forward: Sustaining GLOBE After 30 Years
We reflect on 30 years of GLOBE to explore how partner and community strengths shape a sustainable future. We share opportunities to expand collaboration, deepen impact, and grow the next generation of scientists and scientifically literate citizens.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Stories of lessons learned)
Brooks, Jahna (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Padolf, Amy (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Kong, Marek (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Zhang, Olivia (University of Florida)
P: 94 - Itty-bitty Botanists: A Case Study in How Elementary Students Redefine Who Can Be a Scientist
Explore how Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden empowers elementary students to contribute to real research via a science competition. Learn to design activities that help young learners collect data while fostering their environmental stewardship.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Stories of lessons learned)
Buchbinder, Dana (EcoSpark); Antony, Livia (EcoSpark); Mero, Paul (EcoSpark); Ara, Thea (EcoSpark); Diez, Gabi (EcoSpark)
P: 4 - Decades of Students’ School Ground Biodiversity and Climate Resilience Data: What’s Next?
Share your thoughts on amplifying EcoSpark’s citizen science research by participants in grades 6-12 as our Ontario charity expands impacts. Let’s share best practices as we apply student-gathered school ground citizen science data for communities.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Stories of lessons learned)
Burgess, Hillary (Zooniverse); Blickhan, Samantha (Zooniverse)
P: 88 - Zooniverse Platform Recommendations for Machine Learning-Engaged Participatory Research
An overview of process and results of the development of the first-ever Zooniverse framework for ethical integration of Machine Learning and AI into participatory research projects, informed by surveys and workshops for varied stakeholders.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Emerging work)
Butterworth, Eve (Rutgers University); Roy, Siddhartha (Rutgers)
P: 107 - Enhancing Flood Disaster Response Through Community-led Water Testing
This project advances disaster response through deployment of low-cost, validated tests for pathogens and metals in flood-impacted communities. It also proposes AI/ML-based analysis of test photos to generate actionable data and build resilience.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Emerging work)
Byrd, Julia (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Withers, Meg (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Collier, Chip (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council)
P: 102 - From Data Collection to Decision Making: Lessons from the SAFMC Citizen Science Program
Learn how the SAFMC Citizen Science Program is working to facilitate the consideration of citizen science data in federal fisheries management decisions, highlighting both effective strategies and ongoing challenges.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Byrd, Julia (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Withers, Meg (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Collier, Chip (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council)
P: 102 - From Data Collection to Decision Making: Lessons from the SAFMC Citizen Science Program
Learn how the SAFMC Citizen Science Program is working to facilitate the consideration of citizen science data in federal fisheries management decisions, highlighting both effective strategies and ongoing challenges.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Carr, Jessica (The Open University); Divin, Natalie (The Open University); Reed, Samantha (Verbal Arts); Griffiths, Geraint (Cedar Foundation); Stanford, Kathryn (Inspire Wellbeing); Martin, Jay (Inspire Wellbeing); Herodotou, Christothea (The Open University)
P: 70 - Participatory by Design: Redesigning Research Practices for Youth with Diverse Needs
The PEACE of Mind project developed innovative, accessible evaluation and consent processes for a cross-border youth mental health programme, co-designed with young people to address diverse accessibility needs.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Emerging work)
Clement, Sarah (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Spellman, Katie (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Smelter, John (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Arp, Christopher (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Bondurant, Allen (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Bodony, Karin (US Fish and Wildlife Service); Winfree, Michael (US Fish and Wildlife Service)
P: 32 - Building federal, university, and K-12 partnerships in community-based ice monitoring
This study examined desired cross-sector relationships in a partnership between K-12 schools, a university, and a federal agency in the Fresh Eyes on Ice program. We found shared priorities around why, what, and how we should monitor freshwater ice.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Research findings)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Ammatelli, Joseph DRI, Almelhem, Zeed (DRI), Jennings, Keith (UVM)
P: 49 - Winter weather hazards pilot with participatory science
Winter weather hazards such as freezing rain or sleet can arise with little warning. To help improve forecast approaches, our team is piloting a new approach to tracking winter weather hazards with Mountain Rain or Snow super-observers.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Emerging work)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Nayoung Hur; Zeed Almelhem ; Anne Heggli ; Sean O'Neil ; egolub.lynker.com ; Monica Arienzo ; Benjamin Hatchett - NOAA Affiliate ; Keith Jennings
P: 50 - Using annual observer surveys for responsive project design
Project design for participatory science can shape participant experiences, data quality, and efficiency of project resource use. This presentation will share learnings from 5 years of participant surveys for effective project design.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Research findings)
Coyne, Sophie ();
P: 80 - Creating Citizen Data Scientists
Participatory science projects collect a lot of data, but analysis is often limited by a lack of in-house data science knowledge. Here, we explore a “Citizen Data Science” workshop series tailored to volunteers to help bridge this skills gap.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Emerging work)
Das, Kaushiki (Earthwatch Europe); James Sprinks (Earthwatch), Ines Francisco (INOVA+) Luigi Ceccaroni, Dilek Fraisl (IIASA), Giovanni Maccani (Ideas For Change), Agueda Gras-Velazquez (European Schoolnet), Arianna Liconti (OutBe), Katarzyna Pydzinska Azevedo (INOVA+)
P: 97 - Scaling Citizen Science Globally: Barriers, Enablers, and Impact
This work examines scaling citizen science across borders to tackle global challenges, analysing barriers and enablers in biodiversity, health, and environmental monitoring, and strategies for building impactful transnational communities.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Research findings)
Derrenbacher, Samantha (Oregon Shores); Elise Newman (Oregon Shores), Nate Trappe (Adventure Scientists), Alison Ormsby (Adventure Scientists), Gianna Haro (Adventure Scientists)
P: 9 - Searching for Killer Whales Monitoring Program
The Searching for Killer Whales project engages community scientists to document orca sightings along the Oregon Coast. Come learn about the project’s design, goals, and key lessons learned from its first year of implementation.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
Dhliwayo, Nyaradzo (AEON - Nelson Mandela University); Linol, Bastien (AEON, Mandela University)
P: 130 - Co-designing Citizen Science for sustainability: Emerging insights from Africa
Africa is facing escalating sustainability challenges linked to climate change including water scarcity. Citizen Science is an enabling tool in promoting environmental education which informs local decision making.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Emerging work)
Dillman, Allissa (Montgomery College); Padmashri Saravanan (BioData Sage LLC)
P: 29 - FAIR Forward: Building Open Science for Community Impact
Research shows BIPOC students have less access to authentic research experiences and computational training. This session shares insights from FAIR Forward: program structure, engagement strategies, and open-source tools supporting equitable access.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Stories of lessons learned)
Dopico, Eduardo (University of Oviedo (Spain)); García-Vázquez, Eva; University of Oviedo (Spain)
P: 116 - Participatory environmental science: from the idea to the paper
A participatory science project was implemented in a research on river biopollutants. The volunteers participated in all research phases: from the initial idea to the publication in a scientific journal.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Research findings)
Dowthwaite, Liz (Responsible AI UK, University of Nottingham);
P: 73 - Drawing the Line: When and How Should Citizen Science Use AI?
This talk explores AI's intersection with citizen science, focusing on scientific outcomes and volunteer impact. It examines how to balance data quality with ethics, asking where to draw the line to ensure projects remain robust, trusted & inclusive.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Stories of lessons learned)
DuBoise, Desiree' (Portland State University); Hakert, Fawn (Lived Experience Committee Member); The TREES Lived Experience Committee (Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Conte, Kathleen (Portland State University); Zapata, Marisa (Portland State University)
P: 105 - Building community trust through lived experience - The “Pathways to Housing” study
We discuss the effect of lived experience on participant trust-building in a mixed-methods research study examining pathways through houselessness. A brief overview of the study, lessons learned and reflections are given.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Stories of lessons learned)
Dumakude, Nondumiso (RSA Parliament);
P: 22 - Participatory Climate Knowledge for Policy and Just Transition
Lessons from participatory climate work that bridges community knowledge, Indigenous epistemologies, and policy-facing research in Just Transition and climate governance.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Stories of lessons learned)
Eaton, Lauren (Friends of the Rouge); Petrella, Sally (Friends of the Rouge); Davis, Sam (Friends of the Rouge)
P: 95 - Friends of the Rouge Chloride Monitoring in the Rouge River: Helping to Guide Management Action.
This project built on Friends of the Rouge’s 3 years of citizen science using chloride test strips, and supported assessment of chloride impairment in the Rouge River through targeted monitoring, and assessed alternative methods of chloride sampling.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Research findings)
Ehrlich, Olga (Oakland University); Derusha, Nick (LMAS District Health Department); Johnson, Helen E. (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Paramski, Tracy (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Holbrook, Alyssa (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Schuck, Catelyn (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Kuehl, Kyle (Ministerial Commission); Beaulieu, Michael (LMAS District Health Department); Gazaway, Shena (University of Alabama Birmingham School of Nursing)
P: 99 - A Community Engaged Board to Build Primary Palliative Care Capacity in One Rural Michigan County
Building locally focused primary palliative care capacity using a community-based participatory research approach is a solution to address rural palliative care disparities and improve outcomes at the individual, population, and systems levels.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Stories of lessons learned)
Eitzel, MV (University of California, Davis); Meyer, Ryan (University of California, Davis); Schlickman, Emily (University of California, Davis)
P: 111 - Play and expertise: Community-based approaches to fire readiness/evacuation education and planning
We evaluate the results of two different tabletop simulations/board games to engage community members in planning for fire evacuation - investigating what effectively motivates action, what builds community, and whose expertise is featured and where.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Emerging work)
"Farook, Zahra (Universite Paris Cite); HAKLAY, Muki -Learning Planet Institute/ Universitè Paris Citè/ UCL; Tupikina, Liubov - Learning Planet Institute
P: 68 - How does participant behavior lead to spatial biases in iNaturalist data?
We study the spatial pattern across four different cities from the Global North and Low-Middle-Income Countries. Our finding shows that while some patterns are similar, the spatial biases are not the same across cities, and are rather context-based.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Research findings)
" Fischer, Heather (Oregon State University); Kirn, Sarah (NASA); Amad, Kim (Oregon State University); Shirk, Jennifer (AAPS); Kuchner, Marc (NASA)
P: 76 - A Citation Analysis of NASA Citizen Science Projects
This study analyzes citations of publications from NASA citizen science projects across all science divisions to assess their academic reach, influence, and contributions to research.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Research findings)
Flores Turdera, Cecilia (Wildlife Conservation Society Bolivia Program); Wallace Robert (Wildlife Conservation Society Bolivia Program)
P: 42 - Curating citizen science data to strengthen the scientific use of iNaturalist in Bolivia
Citizen science in Bolivia has generated extensive biodiversity data through iNaturalist, yet data curation is essential to improve scientific reliability while strengthening conservation engagement and societal connections to nature.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Stories of lessons learned)
Forsberg, Britt (AGU Thriving Earth Exchange); Semmens, Kate (Nurture Nature Center)
P: 58 - Increasing capacity for community science through regional hubs
In 2023, AGU Thriving Earth Exchange started an initiative to expand the reach of community science through collaboration with regional community science hubs. This session will describe scaling the TEX centralized model to one with multiple spokes.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Stories of lessons learned)
Francisco, Inês (INOVA); Moreira, Tânia (INOVA) Carneiro, Sara (INOVA) Caria, Matilde (INOVA)
P: 35 - Mapping of Citizen Science Funding Models
Explores citizen science funding models, emphasizing the dominance of public grants, challenges with sustainability, and underutilized alternatives like private sector and hybrid funding, suggesting diversification for long-term success.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Stories of lessons learned)
Franklin, Alex (Coventry University); Dehnen-Schmutz, Katharina (Coventry University); Green, Sian (Coventry University); Mills, Katie (Coventry University)
P: 89 - Participatory Science Seeds for Biodiversity and Equity: Insights from DAISY
This presentation examines how participatory science acts as a transformative seed for biodiversity and equity, drawing on one of the DAISY project’s cases: urban citizen science using iNaturalist.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Research findings)
Friedman, Shmulik (Tel-Aviv University); Dr. Yaela Golumbic (Head of citizen science research at the Israel Center for Citizen Science)
P: 84 - Citizen Science for Monitoring Fire Buffer Zones and engaging the public in a controversial issue
We present a citizen science initiative to monitor buffer zones for fire prevention surrounding places of residence. Visitors take smartphone photos at fixed stations in the field, which are used to monitor changes. Additionally, we examine how parti
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Research findings)
Gavron, Dr Shana Vida (SnapTi);
P: 16 - Gamification of Citizen Science for Tourism
SnapTi is a mobile app using AI to enhance the tourism experience by involving tourists in citizen science but through a gamified experience.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Emerging work)
Gehrig, George (Ecoregional Consults);
P: 11 - Using Bioblitz Leaderboards as the Basis for Inductions into a Biodiversity Hall of Fame
To elevate the need to address accelerated habitat and species loss, school, district, state and national Biodiversity Halls of Fame are proposed using bioblitz leaderboards as a criteria for induction.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Emerging work)
Genuise, Jacob (Washington State Climate Office (WASCO) @ University of Washington); Kathryn (Katie) Boyd (WASCO); Noah Newman (Colorado Climate Center/CoCoRaHS HQ); Karin Bumbaco (WASCO); Guillaume Mauger (WASCO)
P: 87 - Expanding Community Precipitation Monitoring in Washington State
Using Washington’s 2025 drought, we show how CoCoRaHS data captures local variability and improves drought monitoring. We also outline plans to partner with other volunteer networks and frame outreach messaging around hazard resilience.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
George, Andrew (UNC Chapel Hill Institute for the Environment, Superfund Research Program); Yelton, Sarah (UNC SRP); Fry, Rebecca C. (UNC SRP); Harrington, Cailee (UNC SRP); Noble, Rachel (UNC IMS); Blackwood, Denene (UNC IMS); Gray, Kathleen M. (UNC SRP)
P: 43 - Post-Disaster Participatory Science: Collecting Drinking Water & Mold Samples after Hurricane Helene
Post-Disaster Participatory Science: Collecting Drinking Water and Mold Samples after Hurricane Helene
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Research findings)
Goforth, Christine (Chris) (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences); P. Sean Smith (Horizon Research Inc), Sarah Carrier (North Carolina State University), Meredith Hayes (Horizon Research Inc)
P: 60 - The Year After: Teachers’ Use of Participatory Science After Research Incentives Are Withdrawn
Incentives encourage teachers to join research projects, but what happens when they no longer receive them? Learn how teachers in our study of school-based participatory science reported their engagement with two projects after the incentives ended.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Research findings)
Grotte, Rachel (Texas Parks and Wildlife);
P: 28 - Bat Acoustic Monitoring Closing Knowledge Gaps for Bat Species Distributions Across Texas
The Bat Acoustic Monitoring Program, created by Texas Nature Trackers, taxa specialists and Texas Master Naturalists, seeks to close species distribution knowledge gaps and contribute valuable data to the North American Bat Monitoring Program.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Research findings)
Hallström, Louise (Vrije Universiteit Brussel); Iris Jennes (Vrije Universiteit Brussel); Wendy Van den Broeck (Vrije Universiteit Brussel)
P: 45 - From needs to values: Approaching the 'how’ for ethical XR development
This presentation focuses on the methodological application of the Guidance Ethics Approach and how it complements Human-Centered Design in early-stage XR development. Practical lessons learned and directions for future research will be highlighted.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Stories of lessons learned)
Heinisch, Barbara (Eurac Research);
P: 123 - Participatory research with professional translators: Language diversity in AI-generated translation
Participatory research with professional translators co-designs frameworks to evaluate LLM translations, focusing on language varieties, bias and quality. The initiative negotiates standards, recognises diverse expertise and addresses power dynamics.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Emerging work)
Herrmann, Jessica (Sierra Streams Institute); Valerio, Mali (Sierra Streams Institute)
P: 64 - Community-led change for a more humane BMI collection method
Our presentation shows how community attitudes and feedback changed the way Sierra Streams Institute now collects benthic macroinvertebrate samples, bettering both citizen science and raising industry standards.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Emerging work)
Higgs, Clare (NSF–DOE Rubin Observatory/NSF NOIRLab);
P: 104 - Welcome to the Cosmic Party: CitSci with Rubin Observatory
The revolutionary NSF- DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory will start the Legacy Survey of Space and Time in 2026, enabling many impactful citsci projects. We reflect on our first few preliminary projects and plans for meaningful public participation.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Emerging work)
"Husain Talero, Soraya (Fundación WWB Colombia); Rincón, José Manuel (Fundación WWB Colombia) Galeano, Lady Alejandra (Fundación WWB Colombia)
P: 14 - Closing Gaps: PAR and Situated Knowledge in the Colombian Pacific.
This presentation explores how the Research Fund (est. 2017) transitioned into a strategic PAR orchestrator, achieving record engagement and democratizing knowledge through innovative tools and community engament in the Colombian Pacific region.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Stories of lessons learned)
" Imtiaz, Amal (University of Maryland, Baltimore County ); Lloyd, Allison (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Nguyen, Uyen (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Marin, Andrea (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Flores, Melanie (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Lalani, Samia (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Nnawulezi, Nkiru (University of Maryland, Baltimore County)
P: 138 - Centering Trauma-Informed Values in Recruitment Strategies with Domestic Violence Survivors
In response to the current sociopolitical climate, our research team adapted recruitment strategies in a large-scale evaluation. We will discuss how we integrated these adaptations using participatory processes and offer recommendations.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Emerging work)
Jackson, Corey (University of Wisconsin, Madison); Lucy Fortson (University of Minnesota), Lea Shanley (International Computer Science Institute and GNIES, University of Wisconsin-Madison), Tanya Berger-Wolf (The Ohio State University), Kevin Crowston (Syracuse University), Saiph Savage (Northeastern University), and Haley Griffin (Computing Research Association)
P: 36 - Report on Visioning for Grand Challenges for the Convergence of Computational and Citizen S
We present outcomes from a CCC-supported visioning workshop developing a prioritized research agenda for integrating citizen science and human-centered AI to advance large-scale, community-engaged computational science.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Stories of lessons learned)
Kieslinger, Barbara (Centre for Soziale Innovation); Holocher, Teresa (Centre for Social Innovation); Mayer, Katja (Centre for Social Innovation)
P: 69 - How to Evaluate a Research Infrastructure for Citizen Science
This contribution outlines a co-designed evaluation model for a European citizen science research infrastructure that extends existing frameworks beyond academia and embeds participatory practices and emerging values.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Emerging work)
Knapic, Reece (The Land Institute); Streit Krug, Aubrey (TLI)
P: 57 - Has Participating in Perennial Agricultural Research Shaped Civic Scientists’ Sense of Place?
Does participation in a multi-year participatory science research project where volunteers grow and observe perennial crops shape these volunteers’ sense of place? If so, how does that relate to their motivations and what they value in civic science?
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Research findings)
Kohl, Holli (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (SSAI)); Weaver, Kristen (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, SSAI); Weiclawek, Joseph (Astrion); Colon Robles, Marile (NASA Langley Research Center, Adnet Systems); Ballinger, Tina (NASA Langley Research Center, Adnet Systems)
P: 101 - Building around partner needs for long-term sustainability
GLOBE Observer grew its volunteer base through community partnerships. While each partner implemented citizen science in unique ways, support tools developed for each are valuable for broader implementation and long-term sustainability.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Stories of lessons learned)
Laing, Molly (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Conte, Kathleen (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); DuBoise, Desiree’ J. (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Perry, Jessica (Lived Experience Committee Member); Zapata, Marisa (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative)
P: 109 - Building Data Analysis Collaboration with People with Lived Experience
Insights from bridging the gap in data analysis participation of people with lived experience in Community Based Participatory Research through collaborative skill building on mixed methods study, The “Pathways to Housing” Project.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Stories of lessons learned)
Leclercq, Maya (IRD);
P: 19 - Creating common ground through research?
We will present the CLIPSSA project before developing the methodology and results of the “local knowledge” component in South Pacific islands and at least addressing the role of research as an “intermediary” between the various actors.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Emerging work)
Letourneau, Stephanie (Wetlands Watch);
P: 52 - The Sea Level Rise App: A Tool for Translating Local Knowledge to Actionable Data
The Sea Level Rise App bridges the gap between local knowledge and flood modeling. Learn how this tool facilitates community mapping of flooding at street-level, improves resiliency planning, and fosters collaboration for a more prepared future.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Lloyd, Allison (University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)); Nguyen, Uyen (UMBC); Imtiaz, Amal (UMBC); Quino, Maria (UMBC); Lalani, Samia (UMBC); Nnawulezi, Nkiru (UMBC)
P: 129 - Using a Group Cognitive Interview as a Participatory Tool to Enhance Measurement Validity
We conducted a group cognitive interview with survivor partners to increase the validity of a novel measure of community engagement. We discuss how this method strengthens community partnerships, empowers participants, and centers community voice.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Stories of lessons learned)
Mady, Rachael (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Savannah Domenech (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Anna Van Dongen (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Sam Elliott (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Rebecca Hale (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Patrick Neale (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Jessie Ribera (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Tara Sill (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Megan Stallard (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Kate Stoneman (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Rachel Terracina (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Alison Cawood (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center)
P: 98 - Low-cost tools: Ensuring they are accessible for widespread use
Tools that are low-cost can open the door to data collection that is otherwise closed. However, to ensure tools can be used across different contexts, there needs to be extensive testing and we highlight two examples to illustrate this process.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Malmberg, Julie (UCAR Center for Science Education); Hatheway, Becca (UCAR Center for Science Education); Lombardozzi, Danica (Colorado State University); Wright, Erika (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Dussault, Mary (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Elakara, Devika (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Hagen, Emma (UCAR Center for Science Education); Pippin, Margaret (NASA Langley); Trainer, Laureen (Trainer Evaluation)
P: 65 - Monitoring Ground-Level Ozone Through Community Science: The National Ozone Garden Network
The National Ozone Garden Network engages communities nationwide in monitoring ground-level ozone using bioindicator plants in public spaces, highlighting co-produced science, community data collection, education, and links to NASA TEMPO research.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Stories of lessons learned)
Marchal, Jonathan (The North Carolina Arboretum); Goforth, Christine (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences), Greene, Lauren (North Carolina Botanical Garden)
P: 61 - Science Across North Carolina: A Collaborative for Advancing Public Participation in Science
Science Across North Carolina is a collaborative organization making participatory science more accessible statewide. Join us to discover our approach, successes, and areas of growth so that you can create your own local collaborative with ease.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Stories of lessons learned)
Marinus, Jesse David (University of Groningen); la Roi, Chaïm (Planbureau Fryslân); Boerma, Christiaan (Frisius MC)
P: 56 - Participatory systems mapping: Ageing in Place on the Dutch Wadden islands
We used participatory systems mapping (PSM) with 121 stakeholders across five Dutch Wadden Islands to reveal hidden boundaries shaping ageing-in-place. The method also produced locally owned leverage points for action
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Research findings)
Marksaitė, Eugenija (LCC International university);
P: 41 - Believing Climate Change, Distrusting the Messenger: Media Trust and Participatory Climate Science E
Why do people believe in climate change yet distrust those who communicate it? This presentation explores media trust in Lithuania and shows how participatory science can rebuild trust and strengthen public climate engagement.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Research findings)
McMurray, Patrick (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical Center); Fontenot, Justin (Tulane University, Program of Nursing), Valdez, Anna (Sonoma State University School of Nursing), McCamey, Danielle (University of Maryland School of Nursing), Valdez, Mia (Sonoma State University School of Nursing)
P: 54 - When nursing research belongs to everyone: Adopting Citizen Science as a portal to health equity
Citizen science offers nursing a participatory framework grounded in epistemic justice to democratize knowledge production, center community expertise, and uncover novel insights that traditional research methods may overlook.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Emerging work)
Mdziniso, Nonhle (Rochester Institute of Technology);
P: 78 - Bridging Citizen Science and Data Science in K-12 Education: A Bibliometric and Systematic Review
This study maps and reviews how K-12 citizen science and data science intersect, analyzing publication trends, themes, and student data practices to guide future policies and curricula that build comprehensive data literacy.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Emerging work)
Miller, Elijah (Kentucky Waterways Alliance); Hart, Nick (Kentucky Waterways Alliance)
P: 86 - Kentucky Waterways Alliance, Report a Tire Tool: Engagement, Community Action, and Collaboration.
TIRES DON’T BELONG IN WATERWAYS. Kentucky Waterways Alliance’s Report a Tire Tool is a free mobile friendly reporting portal that combines community action, participatory science, and GIS to better understand the threat of tire pollution in Kentucky.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
Morales, Diego (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Bresnahan, Philip J. (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Frensley, Brandon T. (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Brewin, Robert J.W. (University of Exeter); Brewin, Thomas G. (Brewtek Ltd, UK)
P: 112 - Using Innovative Technology and Adaptive Management to Grow a Participatory Science Network
We are further developing a user-friendly, low-cost optical device to expand water quality monitoring for the nationwide Participatory Ocean Color Network. We describe our use of new technology and adaptive management to improve the networks success.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Emerging work)
Motta, Giuliana (University of Michigan); Sampson, Natalie (University of Michigan); Badach, Joanna (Gdańsk University of Technology); Borucka, Justyna (Gdańsk University of Technology); Mazurkiewicz, Weronika (Gdańsk University of Technology)
P: 133 - Participatory Approaches to Air Pollution Monitoring: Lessons for Advancing Environmental Justice
This review examines the role of participatory air monitoring in advancing environmental justice, highlighting successes in community empowerment while navigating barriers like limited resources, data governance, and epistemic debates.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Research findings)
Narraway, Claire (Earthwatch Europe); Bose, Shivangi (Earthwatch Europe)
P: 135 - Growing Transformations: Measuring the Social and Ecological Impacts of Participatory Innovation
Scaling equitable biodiversity transformations requires innovations that deliver ecological and societal impact. Tiny Forest and NATALIE are large-scale interventions using participatory methods to foster care and understanding of nature’s benefits.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Emerging work)
Newman, Gregory (CitSci); Pittman, Daniel (Metropolitan State University of Denver), Newman, Sarah (Colorado State University), Kennedy, Alexis (Colorado State University), Alyssa Williams (Metropolitan State University of Denver), Vashti Trujillo (CSU Pueblo)
P: 143 - Mutual Intelligence: Integrating AI and Participatory Science for Responsible Practice?
AI and Participatory Science can improve data quality, scale, and insights. Ethical risks are plenty, but opportunities may emerge. Join us to unpack challenges, opportunities, and transparent, community‑driven, responsible practices.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Emerging work)
Newman, Sarah (CitSci, Colorado State University); Nickerson, Caroline (CitSci, Colorado State University), Budnicki, Brandon (CitSci, Colorado State University), Dheenadayalan Sivakami, Guhan (CitSci, Colorado State University), Lynn, Stacy (CitSci, Colorado State University), Newman, Greg (CitSci, Colorado State University)
P: 53 - Co‑Creating Knowledge: How Communities and Scientists Advance Research with CitSci
CitSci is a global platform supporting participatory science projects by and for communities at all scales. Join us behind the scenes to see how NGOs, NASA, universities, teachers, and more use CitSci to meet their community needs and science goals.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Stories of lessons learned)
Nickerson, Caroline (Florida Community Innovation); Yang, Di (University of Florida); Zhang, Olivia (University of Florida)
P: 128 - Scaling EMERGE for Mosquito Habitat Mapping: Libraries, Communities, and Coding
EMERGE advances community-centered environmental research using GLOBE Observer data, open-access curriculum, library hackathons, and student-led analysis.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Emerging work)
Nobua-Behrmann, Beatriz (University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE), UC ANR); Gonzales, Janis (UCCE); Corella, Kim (CalFire), Burnap, Rachel (LA Co Ag. Com.); Clark, Julie (UCCE); Poloni, Adrian (CalFire)
P: 37 - Expanding volunteer pest detection in oak woodlands: lessons learned from California’s GSOB Blitz
The GSOB Blitz builds local capacity by training volunteers to identify oak pests while collecting standardized data for land managers. This talk shares lessons learned from designing participatory monitoring that is both educational and reliable.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Stories of lessons learned)
Nölle, Nikola (TD-Lab / Berlin University Alliance); Maaike Duine (Open Research Office/Freie Universität Berlin); Anastasiia Iarkaeva (Berlin Institute of Health/Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin); Nadin Gaasch (TD-Lab/Berlin University Alliance)
P: 90 - Berlin as an Integrated Research Space: Insights from the Participatory Research Map
The Participatory Research Map visualizes over 90 projects across the Berlin University Alliance, exploring disciplinary patterns, funding structures, and methodological approaches to strengthen participatory and open research practices.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Emerging work)
Nugent , Jill (SNHU );
P: 27 - Take the City Nature Challenge: participating in locally engaged, globally connected science
This session shares resources designed to engage learners in the City Nature Challenge global BioBlitz on iNaturalist. The resource was developed as part of the OCTOPUS Project, a collaborative effort to cultivate open science educational resources.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Emerging work)
Nygren-Burkert, Dawn (Aquarium of the Pacific);
P: 33 - Pathways to Leadership: Case Studies of Volunteer Leads at the Aquarium of the Pacific
This presentation studies the lessons learned from volunteer leads at the Aquarium of the Pacific throughout their journey, illustrating how essential volunteers can be in co- creation and program sustainability.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Stories of lessons learned)
Olson, Cheyanne (Northeastern State University);
P: 82 - Data Accuracy and Self Efficacy in Water Quality Monitoring
This study examines how volunteer self-efficacy relates to data accuracy in Oklahoma’s Blue Thumb water monitoring citizen science program.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Research findings)
Ottinger, Gwen (Drexel University);
P: 62 - From proof to repair: Updating participatory research’s theory of change
Participatory science contributes to social change not by proving harm but by strengthening accountability, improving standards of right and wrong, and otherwise helping to create better moral relations. Knowing this can improve project design.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Research findings)
Padolf, Amy (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Briana Zaffrio
P: 12 - What Makes Science Feel Real? Students’ Perceptions of Authenticity in NASA-funded Citizen Science
Using data from an international NASA-funded citizen science program, this study explores how students perceive authenticity in participatory research, highlighting the roles of agency, innovation, and being treated as real contributors to science.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Research findings)
Parashar, Nimisha (University of Nottingham); Dowthwaite, Liz (University of Nottingham); Spence, Alexa (University of Nottingham); Konstantinidis Stathis (University of Nottingham); Sprinks, James (Earthwatch)
P: 120 - Gamification in Citizen Science: A Scoping Review of Reported Outcomes
We present findings from our scoping review, looking at the outcomes of gamification in citizen science. We identify the methodological approaches used to study engagement, behavioural change, and other reported effects of gamification in CS.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Research findings)
Porter, Brooke (University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education); Okker-Edging, Kate (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Liu, Anicca (School of Social Policy and Practice, University of Pennsylvania); Noh, Daniel J. (Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania); Lydic, Kirsten (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Muzekari, Benjamin (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Lewis, Tyasia (Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania); Torres-Grillo, Omaya (Annenberg School for Communication and Annenberg Public Policy Center, University of Pennsylvania); Falk, Emily (Annenberg School for Communication, Annenberg Public Policy Center, The Wharton School, Department of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania; Tan, Andy S.L. (Annenberg School for Communication, Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, Abramson Cancer Center, University of Pennsylvania); Cosme, Danielle (Annenberg School for Communication and Annenberg Public Policy Center, University of Pennsylvania)
P: 127 - Youth Participatory Action Communication Research on Social and Environmental Determinants of Health
A university-high school partnership engaged two classrooms in youth participatory action communication research (YPACR) to explore how climate and social issues interact, revealing opportunities and challenges implementing YPACR across classrooms.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Emerging work)
Rech, Thaís (Oceanographic Institute of the University of Sao Paulo (IOUSP)); Alexander Turra (IOUSP)
P: 122 - Monitoring and researching marine litter with citizen science: opportunities and challenges
Citizen science is one strategy for addressing marine litter. However, challenges, such as data quality and participant retention, can be addressed by attention to good practices, to citizen scientists’ demands, and to the use of apps
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Research findings)
Ribeiro, Felipe ();
P: 39 - Public Apps
I want to present the urgency for public apps regulation based on open source digital public infrastructure (DPI) rule of law (RoL).
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Research findings)
Rivas, Constanza (BC Parks Foundation); Loh, Tse-Lynn (BCPF)
P: 30 - Stewardship through community partnerships for biodiversity monitoring in conserved areas
The BC Parks Foundation’s Parks Bank secures lands and supports long-term stewardship through community-led restoration and biodiversity monitoring. We present two case studies and a toolkit that build local capacity and inform management
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Stories of lessons learned)
Rowe, Linda (South Carolina Aquarium); Thorvalson, Kelly (South Carolina Aquarium)
P: 63 - Leveraging citizen science to effect policy change and community connections in South Carolina
The South Carolina Aquarium leverages citizen science as a tool to support informed decision-making on local policy issues, to engage community members to play an active role in addressing plastic pollution, and to build community connections.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Stories of lessons learned)
>Ruehlmann, Dietrich (GaiaXus); Dinh, Caroline (GaiaXus); Brindel, Lee (GaiaXus); Clark, Jacob (GaiaXus)
P: 85 - Beyond Sample Collection: Engagement through AI-driven Storytelling
Story of Our Waters is a participatory science platform that keeps citizen science alive by turning local monitoring into community stories. Mobile workflows and AI context build lasting motivation and an emotional bond with a place people care about
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Sauermann, Henry (European School of Management and Technology); Franzoni, Chiara (Politecnico di Milano)
P: 31 - Citizen Science and the Private Sector: Emerging Models of Engagement
We analyze cases of corporate engagement in citizen science and identify five models: firms as users, sponsors, resource providers, infrastructure suppliers, and organizers. We discuss benefits and risks of public-private CS collaboration.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Research findings)
Scharen, Danielle (Horizon Research, Inc.); Goforth, Christine (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences); Sachs, Lindsey (Horizon Research, Inc.); Safley, Sarah (Horizon Research, Inc.); Smith, Sean (Horizon Research, Inc.)
P: 8 - Data Collection to Curriculum Integration: How K-5 Teachers Use Citizen Science Projects
Facing limited time and resources, teachers used SBCS in three ways: data-only, standalone lessons, or integrated across subjects. All three approaches increased engagement, outdoor learning, and sensemaking, showing the value of flexible resources.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Research findings)
Scheuch, Carolina ();
P: 91 - From data creation to dashboard visualization: Making conceptions of inclusivity visible
I explore design considerations for inclusivity dashboards for citizen science projects by critically examining how demographic data creation, visualization tools, and design practices shape and are shaped by often implicit inclusivity conceptions.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Research findings)
Schultz, Cate (Boston College Applied Developmental and Educational Psychology); Davidesco, Ido (Professor, PI)
P: 126 - Brain Healthy: Empowering Students through Health-Driven Citizen Science Data Investigations
“Brain Healthy” is a NIH research study that empowers students to make data-informed health decisions, culminating in their own investigations of a de-identified community science database.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Settin, Bentley (UNC, Wilmington - Wilmington, NC); Bresnahan, Philip (UNCW EOS); Frensley Brandon (UNCW EVS); Hawkes, Andrea (UNCW EOS); Wells, Dave (UNCW)
P: 96 - Flood of data, skills, and learning: Using sensors, education, and more to build coastal resiliency
We will share results from a novel pilot project combining place-based lessons, fieldwork with water level and rain sensors, data literacy, and community outreach to improve high school students’ flood awareness, STEM skills, and coastal resilience.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Research findings)
"Silva, Bruna (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance); Julie Krajewski (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance) Dr. Stefan Ekernas (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance) Alex Wells (Yale School of the Environment)
P: 46 - Utilizing Community Science to Save an Endangered Toad
This presentation highlights the conservation challenges facing Colorado’s boreal toad and introduces a community science program that trains volunteers to help with monitoring, habitat assessment, and disease surveillance across montane wetlands.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Emerging work)
" Smiles, Niiyokamigaabaw Deondre (University of British Columbia); Weeks, Maya (Rutgers University); Patel, Jugal (McGill University); Routly, Razz (Carleton University), Fuller, Matt (University of Victoria); Pearson, Rhea (KU Leuven); Ack, Amelia (Comox Native Friendship Centre); Lee, Owen (Occidental College); Giancarlo, Alexandra (University of Calgary); Juip, Larissa (Michigan Technological University); Juip, James (Michigan Technological University), Quintero, Melinda (Royal Roads University), Soer, Anna (University of Ottawa)
P: 3 - Building a participatory research group in Indigenous Geographies
This roundtable session will bring together the members of a multidisciplinary, multigenerational research collective that does geographical work with Indigenous communities. This panel will cover the opportunities and challenges of doing this work.
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Soacha-Godoy, Karen (ICM-CSIC, RICAP); Buitrago, Leonardo (Global Biodiversity Information Facility, GBIF); Brum, Sannie (Wildlife Conservation Society); Guzmán, Viviana (Independent); Varese, Mariana (Wildlife Conservation Society); Moreno, Diego (Independent)
P: 51 - Data Infrastructure for the Amazon Water Alliance: An Ongoing Cross-Knowledge Process
This talk presents an in-progress data infrastructure for the Amazon Water Alliance (AAA). It addresses interoperability, scalability and ethics, and invites dialogue on infrastructures balancing scientific and Indigenous knowledge systems.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
Soacha-Godoy, Karen (Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC); Iberoamerican Participatory Science Network (RICAP)); Piera, Jaume, EMBIMOS Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC)
P: 20 - The Backbone of Participatory Science: Citizen Observatories as Research Infrastructures
Citizen observatories play a growing role in participatory science but are often seen as temporary projects. This presentation argues for viewing them as research infrastructures, drawing on a large literature review and conceptual analysis.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Research findings)
Sparrow, Elena B. (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center); Spellman, Katie V. (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center and College of Natural Science and Mathematics), Chase, Malinda J. (Association of Interior Native Educators), Larson, Angela (Goldstream Group, Inc.), Buffington, Christina L. (University of Alaska Fairbanks Geographic Information Network of Alaska), Roach, Sonta (University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Indigenous Studies), Joyanne Hamilton (Innoko River School), Mynatt, Terri (Anchorage School District), Northcutt, Adrianna (Renewable Energy Alaska Program), Wells, Kristen (Juneau Douglas High School), Sousa, Emily (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center), Brannan, Tori (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center), Fochesatto, Guillermo J. (University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Natural Science and Mathematics), Allen, Delia (Goldstream Group, Inc.), Chapman, Chelsea (Goldstream Group, Inc.)
P: 139 - Persistence of Arctic and Earth SIGNs Citizen Science Projects in Alaska: Comparative Case Studies
Arctic and Earth SIGNs partnered with communities across Alaska from 2016-2025 to support youth- led citizen science. Implementation was analyzed for conditions that most strongly contributed to sustained and strong outcomes.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Research findings)
Sprinks, James (Earthwatch Europe); Amy Nieuwenstein (Earthwatch Europe); Peter Hoebe (Earthwatch Europe); Jesse Himmelstein (Ikigai Games)
P: 71 - BENCHMARKS: Gamifying Soil Health Trade-offs across Urban, Forest, and Agricultural Landscapes
'Earth Engine' gamifies soil health trade-offs in urban, forest, and agricultural landscapes. It bridges the complexity gap for citizen scientists, enhancing data literacy while providing researchers with vital stakeholder priority feedback.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Emerging work)
Sprinks, James (Earthwatch Europe); Liz Dowthwaite (University of Nottingham); Green Appleton (Local community group)
P: 75 - In an English country garden: Utilising iNaturalist to engage all ages in biodiversity
This work details how Green Appleton uses iNaturalist to engage all ages in biodiversity research. Through school partnerships and community events, the project has recorded 2,900+ observations of 950+ species, fostering local stewardship.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Stories of lessons learned)
Stressmann, Franziska (ECSA - European Citizen Science Association); Gorringe, Patrick (SMHI); Brévière, Emilie (SMHI); Piera, Jaume (ICM-CSIC); Liconti, Arianna (OutBe)
P: 124 - CS-MACH1: creating a citizen science network to facilitate data flows in marine science.
The CS-MACH1 project is building a Marine Citizen Science Data Network for initiatives’ leaders, cost-efficient technology providers, data management experts and users to empower them to share FAIR and TRUST data and facilitate data uptake and usage.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Stuart (Spring), Savannah (University of Waterloo); Brendon Larson (University of Waterloo)
P: 137 - Exploring Student Experiences: A Qualitative Study of Automated Species Identification Apps
Apps such as iNaturalist are widely used as a participatory science technology. Following a six-week intervention of iNaturalist use in a post-secondary field course, students shared their perceptions on using the technology.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Research findings)
Terenzini, John ();
P: 34 - Do changes to the design of the City Nature Challenge competition affect participation and data?
This emerging research will examine how changes to data quality requirements, i.e., Casual observations, for the City Nature Challenge may influence participation and data outputs.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Emerging work)
Tindall-Gibson, John (Real Good Projects);
P: 132 - Project Based Learning and the Participatory Sciences
Project based learning (PBL) used in the public schools teaches children scientific skills with deeper understanding when opportunities exist to engage in data collection for ongoing research. PBL is a perfect bridge between scientists and youngsters
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Torres, Karina M. (School of Forestry and Horticulture, Southern Illinois University); Pease, Brent S. (School of Forestry and Horticulture, Southern Illinois University)
P: 131 - Uniting Three Domains: Participatory science, technology, and conservation in the realm of Big Data
We discuss how uniting domains maximizes Big Data and AI for addressing socio-ecological challenges. We share research introducing automated R and AI workflows to improve accessibility and lower barriers to extracting secondary image data.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Emerging work)
Tran, Jessica (University of Minnesota Twin Cities);
P: 23 - What becomes possible when we slow down? The value of being present in participatory research
This presentation highlights the tensions between academic productivity and relationship-building. It argues that “slowing down” to be present can strengthen relationships, foster reciprocity, and enhance the rigor of participatory sciences.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Stories of lessons learned)
Tribelhorn, Sarah (San Diego State University);
P: 108 - From Catalyst to Core: Lessons in Sustaining Community-Driven Research via the Library
This presentation explores how academic libraries drive participatory science. We show how library-led community engagement and City Nature Challenge partnerships sparked two new campus biodiversity museum research initiatives.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Emerging work)
Vaishnav, Ram Dayal (The Naturalist School); A, Ashwin (The Naturalist School); Bhat, Lavanya (The Naturalist School); Chakraborty, Nibedita (The Naturalist School);
P: 67 - Scaling Citizen Science Across Borders: Lessons from the Asia Nature Challenge (ANC)
The Asia Nature Challenge team shares insights on coordinating a continent-wide biodiversity initiative. Learn how we addressed data gaps through multilingual outreach and regional partnerships to engage diverse communities across Asia.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Stories of lessons learned)
Van Dongen, Anna (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Sill, Tara (SERC); Neale, Patrick (SERC); Domanski, Tammy (AACC); Terracina, Rachel (SERC); Cawood, Alison (SERC); Stoneman, Kate (SERC)
P: 93 - Public Health and Water Quality: Exploring Methods for Quick Water Safety Monitoring
Chesapeake Water Watch is developing a method to quickly monitor water bacteria levels and support public health by investigating the extent that colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM) – measured through portable tools- is a proxy for bacteria.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Research findings)
van Gerwen, Babette ();
P: 83 - Plural Understandings of Nature Connectedness in Citizen Science
This research examines how disciplines conceptualise “nature connectedness” and argues for a relational, situated approach to citizen science practice that acknowledges epistemological plurality and creates the conditions for human–nonhuman relations
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Emerging work)
VanArnam, Becca (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Harte, Peggy (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Ballard, Heidi (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Jeffres, Carson (UC Davis, Center for Watershed Sciences); Johnson, Rachel (NOAA Fisheries); Lowe-Webb, Miranda (UC Davis, Center for Watershed Sciences)
P: 77 - “They Made Us Feel Like Scientists”: Youth Science Identity in Community Science
A youth community science program fostered science identity through authentic research, advocacy, and recognition, prompting curriculum revisions that center students’ cultural and linguistic assets while challenging exclusionary norms in science.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Research findings)
Verstraelen, Karen (Scivil); Duerinckx, Annelies (Scivil)
P: 18 - Citizens4water: a global repository of citizen science initiatives on water management and hydrology
We recently launched the Citizens4Water platform in collaboration with UNESCO IHP. Join this presentation to get to know the platform, learn how to contribute, and be inspired by other projects around the world.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
Vuolo, Nicola (OutBe); Liconti, Arianna (OutBe); Biguzzi Filippo (OutBe); Giaisa Rinaldi, Diana (OutBe)
P: 115 - Taraget-oriented communication strategies as drivers of impact in Citizen Science
We analyse communication strategies in EU citizen science projects to enhance impact. Based on case studies and surveys, we propose a stepwise model and guidelines to bridge resource gaps and support transnational upscaling..
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Stories of lessons learned)
Waugh, Darryn (Johns Hopkins Univdersity);
P: 40 - The Baltimore community weather station network: Filling the urban measurement desert
The Baltimore community weather network is a community-based network of low cost weather stations that enables the mapping of urban weather across the city and increased community engagement, education, and empowerment.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Whitworth, Christi (Texas Tech University); Childers, Gina (Texas Tech University); Matteson, Shirley (Texas Tech University); Swanson, Kylie (University of Colorado, Colorado Springs)
P: 44 - Virtual Communities of Practice Modeled in Online Citizen Science Projects
This research investigated 1) the relationship between virtual communities of practice and online citizen science projects and 2) how virtual communities of practice are maintained and supported by online citizen science project leadership.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Research findings)
"Wijesooriya, Shashikala (Adelaide University); Cooper, Mira (Adelaide University) Cameron, Webb (University of Sydney ,NSW Health Pathology) Styan, Craig (Adelaide University) Williams, Craig (Adelaide University)
P: 25 - Development of a citizen science mosquito trap: preliminary, participatory testing in Australia.
This study is about developing and validating a citizen-science-friendly mosquito trap in Australia and comparing its performance with an existing citizen-science trap to support community participation in mosquito surveillance.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Research findings)
" Williams, Craig (Adelaide University); Wijesooriya, Shashikala (Adelaide University)
P: 10 - Citizen Science mosquito surveillance as service provision in regional Australia
Mozzie Monitors is a Citizen Science mosquito surveillance program transitioning toward service provision in remote northern Australia, presenting a unique opportunity to test methods in a low-resource setting.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Emerging work)
Wilson, Omega and Brenda (West End Revitalization Association - WERA); Ayo B Wilson
P: 21 - Environmental Justice: Community/County Health Assessments
The “WERA Environmental Justice Story” completed Chapter - #6 needed to address issues of “health disparities for people of color” in Alamance County for the first time. This 190-page health assessment documented that life expectancy of elevens less.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Stories of lessons learned)
Withers, Meg (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Byrd, Julia (SAFMC)
P: 103 - Bridging the Gap: Building Trust and Informing Fisheries Management Through SAFMC Release
Explore lessons learned from the implementation of outreach, communication, and volunteer engagement strategies designed to help the SAFMC Release project support informed federal fisheries management while building trust with the fishing community.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Stories of lessons learned)
Wood, Madelyn (Appalachian Mountain Club); Murray, Georgia (Appalachian Mountain Club)
P: 47 - Comparing outreach efforts and successes for different participatory science platforms
By comparing the outcomes of similar outreach strategies on different participatory science platforms, iNaturalist and Community Snow Observations (CSO), we can learn how to target groups that are likely to have high levels of involvement.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Stories of lessons learned)
Wray, Ricardo (Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice); Mohsen, Mira (CPHSJ); Nothstine, Amanda (CPHSJ); Patel, Vishani (CPHSJ); Agmon, Reilly (Lake County Health Department); Hassan, Mehdia (CPHSJ); Ponzi, Jean (Missourit Botanical Garden); Arrighi, Jeanine (City of St. Louis Department of Health (Retired))
P: 150 - App-Based Mosquito Surveillance and Community Engagement in St. Louis: Evaluation Insights
Our mixed-methods evaluation assessed effects of community outreach and strategies for sustained community partnership for Mosquito Alert STL, a community science project in St. Louis, Missouri applying a mosquito surveillance app from Spain.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Research findings)
Yanez, Michal (Tel Aviv university ); Golumbic, Yaela (tel Aviv university)
P: 66 - Community Building: A Framework for a community-based Urban Biodiversity Monitoring
The study examines local communities long-term monitoring potential through community development and sustained engagement to define how building a strong, sustainable community can serve as a foundation for effective long-term ecological monitoring
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Emerging work)
Yu, Ho Yeong (Seoul National University); Kim, Jae Geun (Seoul National University)
P: 55 - From Literature Review to Classroom Action: Lessons from a Year of Participatory Science in Korea
A Korean PhD student presents a pathway from a literature review to a workshop and three school implementations of participatory science. Lessons from these experiences inform the scalability of participatory science.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Stories of lessons learned)
ZENG, ZHEN (Universiti Malaya );
P: 121 - Why Participation Falters: Seeing Citizen Science Projects as Complex Adaptive Systems
Why do well-designed projects still struggle to retain participants? This talk introduces a complexity science lens to reframe retention challenges not as individual failures, but as emergent patterns from simple micro-interactions. A powerful new wa
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Emerging work)
Zerika, Sarah (University of Geneva’s Centre for Children's Rights Studies); Darbellay, Frédéric (University of Geneva’s Centre for Children's Rights Studies); Moody, Zoe (University of Lausanne, Institute of Psychology)
P: 59 - Children as Co-Researchers: Methodological Findings from Participatory School Climate Research
This presentation reports methodological findings from a participatory doctoral study involving children as co-researchers in schools, drawing on structured research activities and the researcher’s reflexive practice to co-produce knowledge.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Research findings)
Zevit, Pamela (City of Surrey); Cressey, Shannon (City of Surrey)
P: 100 - Community Science as a tool for local government biodiversity monitoring and conservation
Community science is a vital tool for Surrey to monitor biodiversity and ecosystem health in parks. This presentation explores how Surrey integrates community science, and how community science can play a role in addressing inclusivity challenges.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Stories of lessons learned)
P: 26 - Collaboratium: An AI-Enabled Platform for Open and Participatory Research Collaboration
Collaboratium is an AI-enabled platform that supports participatory research by helping researchers and community partners find strong collaboration matches, reduce communication barriers, and engage in open, inclusive collaboration.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Emerging work)
Amin, Nouran (Ball State University ); Barnes, Kelly (Tessera Strategies); Crall, Alycia (Tessera Strategies); Gahm, Kaija (UCLA); Newman, Sarah (CitSci, Colorado State University); Sutton Kennedy, Talisha (Tessera Strategies); Word, Karen (Tessera Strategies)
P: 113 - Community Organizing as Infrastructure for Participatory STEM
Discover lessons learned from the development of the Community Organizing Handbook for STEM Professionals, designed to help you create meaningful action within complex environments.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Stories of lessons learned)
Amstutz, Eliza (CAPA Strategies); Williams, Joey (CAPA Strategies)
P: 38 - Towards Integrative, Community-Based Assessments of Site-Scale Heat Interventions
Drawing on recent and ongoing projects, this presentation will highlight the crucial role that citizen scientists play in tracking the impact of site-scale heat interventions on local microclimates and heat experiences.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Anderson, Lauren (UofL); Caison Black (University of Louisville), Ted Smith (University of Louisville)
P: 5 - Senior Cultural Pass: Evaluating Senior Loneliness After an Arts-Based Intervention
UofL partnered with Fund for the Arts to evaluate whether the Cultural Pass reduces loneliness in older adults. The program offers free access to 50+ arts and cultural venues, promoting social engagement and well-being.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Research findings)
Archer, Rhys (Stockholm Environment Institute, University of York); Sarah West (Stockholm Environment Institute, University of York)
P: 15 - Reflections from Youth LIVES on Working with Young People in Mental Health Citizen Science
This presentation reflects on Youth LIVES, exploring experiences of working with young people in mental health citizen science and sharing learning about participatory methods, ethics, and collaboration.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Stories of lessons learned)
Atkinson, Alicia (Wealth and Work Futures Lab ); Carter, Kevin (MSW, Wellness Director, WWFL); Anderson, Nyah (WWFL Media Fellow); Tatum, Charlotte (WWFL Media Fellow); and Terry Jr., Craig (WWFL Media Fellow)
P: 153 - Walking the Data, Naming the Loss: A Participatory Data Walk with Young People in Philly
This project used a participatory data walk to share, validate and deepen narrative inquiry findings with Philadelphia youth. Interactive stations transformed abstract themes into embodied experiences.
- Making Sense of Data Together (Emerging work)
Avci, Cigdem (TOBB ETU);
P: 117 - Beyond Living in Bubbles: Communicating Within Dynamic Meaning-Adaptive Social Spaces
This work introduces a conceptual perspective that reframes social bubbles as dynamic, meaning-adaptive interaction spaces rather than static zones of isolation.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Emerging work)
Babinet, Nadjeli (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM));
P: 92 - A care-centered, power-balancing approach for initiating participatory research
A methodological proposal that foregrounds power awareness and an ethics of care. The presentation will offer practical guidance for addressing power asymmetries when launching a participatory or transdisciplinary research.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Research findings)
Badruesham, Nurfarawahidah (UiTM); Nurfarawahidah Badruesham (Al-Bukhari Library, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia); Mazlin Kusin ( School of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia) ; Nik Hazlan Nik Hashim (School of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia); Noor Azliza Aziz (Al-Bukhari Library, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Pahang Branch, Jengka Campus, Pahang, Malaysia)
P: 114 - A Station-Based Citizen Science Learning Module for Biodiversity Literacy
This poster presents a station-based citizen science learning module developed with the School of Wood Industry, using a campus arboretum to support biodiversity literacy and structured participatory learning.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Research findings)
Belay, Yimenu (government);
P: 79 - Impact Diagnostics Analysis for Leadership Development Effectiveness: A Multilevel, Integrative Appr
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Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Research findings)
Bhati, Madhulika (Dalhousie University); M.Boetero, Camilo, Ronald Pelot
P: 146 - “Global Trends and Knowledge Structure of Participatory Medical Research: A Bibliometric Study
This study maps the global landscape of participatory research in medicine using scientometric analysis, identifying trends, collaboration networks, thematic evolution, and emerging research priorities shaping inclusive, patient-centered healthcare.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Research findings)
Boger, Rebecca (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc); Vörösmarty, Charles (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc); Schelkin, Larisa (Next Generation Global Collaboratory, Inc)
P: 24 - Supporting the GLOBE Community Through the Next Generation Global Collaboratory
In response to the uncertainties of GLOBE funding, colleagues formed the Next Generation Global Collaboratory to support and expand opportunities for the GLOBE community using sensors and AI. We will discuss how our vision contributes to GLOBE.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Emerging work)
Bourgeault, Jennifer (United States Country Coordination Office, University of New Hampshire); Wicklein, Haley (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Carlson, Alicia (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Haney, Jodi (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH)
P: - Looking Back to Move Forward: Sustaining GLOBE After 30 Years
We reflect on 30 years of GLOBE to explore how partner and community strengths shape a sustainable future. We share opportunities to expand collaboration, deepen impact, and grow the next generation of scientists and scientifically literate citizens.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Stories of lessons learned)
Bourgeault, Jennifer (United States Country Coordination Office, University of New Hampshire); Wicklein, Haley (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Carlson, Alicia (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH); Haney, Jodi (United States Country Coordination Office, UNH)
P: 151 - Looking Back to Move Forward: Sustaining GLOBE After 30 Years
We reflect on 30 years of GLOBE to explore how partner and community strengths shape a sustainable future. We share opportunities to expand collaboration, deepen impact, and grow the next generation of scientists and scientifically literate citizens.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Stories of lessons learned)
Brooks, Jahna (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Padolf, Amy (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Kong, Marek (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Zhang, Olivia (University of Florida)
P: 94 - Itty-bitty Botanists: A Case Study in How Elementary Students Redefine Who Can Be a Scientist
Explore how Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden empowers elementary students to contribute to real research via a science competition. Learn to design activities that help young learners collect data while fostering their environmental stewardship.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Stories of lessons learned)
Buchbinder, Dana (EcoSpark); Antony, Livia (EcoSpark); Mero, Paul (EcoSpark); Ara, Thea (EcoSpark); Diez, Gabi (EcoSpark)
P: 4 - Decades of Students’ School Ground Biodiversity and Climate Resilience Data: What’s Next?
Share your thoughts on amplifying EcoSpark’s citizen science research by participants in grades 6-12 as our Ontario charity expands impacts. Let’s share best practices as we apply student-gathered school ground citizen science data for communities.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Stories of lessons learned)
Burgess, Hillary (Zooniverse); Blickhan, Samantha (Zooniverse)
P: 88 - Zooniverse Platform Recommendations for Machine Learning-Engaged Participatory Research
An overview of process and results of the development of the first-ever Zooniverse framework for ethical integration of Machine Learning and AI into participatory research projects, informed by surveys and workshops for varied stakeholders.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Emerging work)
Butterworth, Eve (Rutgers University); Roy, Siddhartha (Rutgers)
P: 107 - Enhancing Flood Disaster Response Through Community-led Water Testing
This project advances disaster response through deployment of low-cost, validated tests for pathogens and metals in flood-impacted communities. It also proposes AI/ML-based analysis of test photos to generate actionable data and build resilience.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Emerging work)
Byrd, Julia (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Withers, Meg (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Collier, Chip (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council)
P: 102 - From Data Collection to Decision Making: Lessons from the SAFMC Citizen Science Program
Learn how the SAFMC Citizen Science Program is working to facilitate the consideration of citizen science data in federal fisheries management decisions, highlighting both effective strategies and ongoing challenges.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Byrd, Julia (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Withers, Meg (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Collier, Chip (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council)
P: 102 - From Data Collection to Decision Making: Lessons from the SAFMC Citizen Science Program
Learn how the SAFMC Citizen Science Program is working to facilitate the consideration of citizen science data in federal fisheries management decisions, highlighting both effective strategies and ongoing challenges.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Carr, Jessica (The Open University); Divin, Natalie (The Open University); Reed, Samantha (Verbal Arts); Griffiths, Geraint (Cedar Foundation); Stanford, Kathryn (Inspire Wellbeing); Martin, Jay (Inspire Wellbeing); Herodotou, Christothea (The Open University)
P: 70 - Participatory by Design: Redesigning Research Practices for Youth with Diverse Needs
The PEACE of Mind project developed innovative, accessible evaluation and consent processes for a cross-border youth mental health programme, co-designed with young people to address diverse accessibility needs.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Emerging work)
Clement, Sarah (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Spellman, Katie (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Smelter, John (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Arp, Christopher (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Bondurant, Allen (University of Alaska Fairbanks); Bodony, Karin (US Fish and Wildlife Service); Winfree, Michael (US Fish and Wildlife Service)
P: 32 - Building federal, university, and K-12 partnerships in community-based ice monitoring
This study examined desired cross-sector relationships in a partnership between K-12 schools, a university, and a federal agency in the Fresh Eyes on Ice program. We found shared priorities around why, what, and how we should monitor freshwater ice.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Research findings)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Ammatelli, Joseph DRI, Almelhem, Zeed (DRI), Jennings, Keith (UVM)
P: 49 - Winter weather hazards pilot with participatory science
Winter weather hazards such as freezing rain or sleet can arise with little warning. To help improve forecast approaches, our team is piloting a new approach to tracking winter weather hazards with Mountain Rain or Snow super-observers.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Emerging work)
Collins, Meghan (Desert Research Institute); Nayoung Hur
P: 50 - Using annual observer surveys for responsive project design
Project design for participatory science can shape participant experiences, data quality, and efficiency of project resource use. This presentation will share learnings from 5 years of participant surveys for effective project design.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Research findings)
Coyne, Sophie ();
P: 80 - Creating Citizen Data Scientists
Participatory science projects collect a lot of data, but analysis is often limited by a lack of in-house data science knowledge. Here, we explore a “Citizen Data Science” workshop series tailored to volunteers to help bridge this skills gap.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Emerging work)
Das, Kaushiki (Earthwatch Europe); James Sprinks (Earthwatch), Ines Francisco (INOVA+) Luigi Ceccaroni, Dilek Fraisl (IIASA), Giovanni Maccani (Ideas For Change), Agueda Gras-Velazquez (European Schoolnet), Arianna Liconti (OutBe), Katarzyna Pydzinska Azevedo (INOVA+)
P: 97 - Scaling Citizen Science Globally: Barriers, Enablers, and Impact
This work examines scaling citizen science across borders to tackle global challenges, analysing barriers and enablers in biodiversity, health, and environmental monitoring, and strategies for building impactful transnational communities.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Research findings)
Derrenbacher, Samantha (Oregon Shores); Elise Newman (Oregon Shores), Nate Trappe (Adventure Scientists), Alison Ormsby (Adventure Scientists), Gianna Haro (Adventure Scientists)
P: 9 - Searching for Killer Whales Monitoring Program
The Searching for Killer Whales project engages community scientists to document orca sightings along the Oregon Coast. Come learn about the project’s design, goals, and key lessons learned from its first year of implementation.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
Dhliwayo, Nyaradzo (AEON - Nelson Mandela University); Linol, Bastien (AEON, Mandela University)
P: 130 - Co-designing Citizen Science for sustainability: Emerging insights from Africa
Africa is facing escalating sustainability challenges linked to climate change including water scarcity. Citizen Science is an enabling tool in promoting environmental education which informs local decision making.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Emerging work)
Dillman, Allissa (Montgomery College); Padmashri Saravanan (BioData Sage LLC)
P: 29 - FAIR Forward: Building Open Science for Community Impact
Research shows BIPOC students have less access to authentic research experiences and computational training. This session shares insights from FAIR Forward: program structure, engagement strategies, and open-source tools supporting equitable access.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Stories of lessons learned)
Dopico, Eduardo (University of Oviedo (Spain)); García-Vázquez, Eva; University of Oviedo (Spain)
P: 116 - Participatory environmental science: from the idea to the paper
A participatory science project was implemented in a research on river biopollutants. The volunteers participated in all research phases: from the initial idea to the publication in a scientific journal.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Research findings)
Dowthwaite, Liz (Responsible AI UK, University of Nottingham);
P: 73 - Drawing the Line: When and How Should Citizen Science Use AI?
This talk explores AI's intersection with citizen science, focusing on scientific outcomes and volunteer impact. It examines how to balance data quality with ethics, asking where to draw the line to ensure projects remain robust, trusted & inclusive.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Stories of lessons learned)
DuBoise, Desiree' (Portland State University); Hakert, Fawn (Lived Experience Committee Member); The TREES Lived Experience Committee (Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Conte, Kathleen (Portland State University); Zapata, Marisa (Portland State University)
P: 105 - Building community trust through lived experience - The “Pathways to Housing” study
We discuss the effect of lived experience on participant trust-building in a mixed-methods research study examining pathways through houselessness. A brief overview of the study, lessons learned and reflections are given.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Stories of lessons learned)
Dumakude, Nondumiso (RSA Parliament);
P: 22 - Participatory Climate Knowledge for Policy and Just Transition
Lessons from participatory climate work that bridges community knowledge, Indigenous epistemologies, and policy-facing research in Just Transition and climate governance.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Stories of lessons learned)
Eaton, Lauren (Friends of the Rouge); Petrella, Sally (Friends of the Rouge); Davis, Sam (Friends of the Rouge)
P: 95 - Friends of the Rouge Chloride Monitoring in the Rouge River: Helping to Guide Management Action.
This project built on Friends of the Rouge’s 3 years of citizen science using chloride test strips, and supported assessment of chloride impairment in the Rouge River through targeted monitoring, and assessed alternative methods of chloride sampling.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Research findings)
Ehrlich, Olga (Oakland University); Derusha, Nick (LMAS District Health Department); Johnson, Helen E. (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Paramski, Tracy (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Holbrook, Alyssa (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Schuck, Catelyn (Helen Newberry Joy Hospital); Kuehl, Kyle (Ministerial Commission); Beaulieu, Michael (LMAS District Health Department); Gazaway, Shena (University of Alabama Birmingham School of Nursing)
P: 99 - A Community Engaged Board to Build Primary Palliative Care Capacity in One Rural Michigan County
Building locally focused primary palliative care capacity using a community-based participatory research approach is a solution to address rural palliative care disparities and improve outcomes at the individual, population, and systems levels.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Stories of lessons learned)
Eitzel, MV (University of California, Davis); Meyer, Ryan (University of California, Davis); Schlickman, Emily (University of California, Davis)
P: 111 - Play and expertise: Community-based approaches to fire readiness/evacuation education and planning
We evaluate the results of two different tabletop simulations/board games to engage community members in planning for fire evacuation - investigating what effectively motivates action, what builds community, and whose expertise is featured and where.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Emerging work)
"Farook, Zahra (Universite Paris Cite); HAKLAY, Muki -Learning Planet Institute/ Universitè Paris Citè/ UCL; Tupikina, Liubov - Learning Planet Institute
P: 68 - How does participant behavior lead to spatial biases in iNaturalist data?
We study the spatial pattern across four different cities from the Global North and Low-Middle-Income Countries. Our finding shows that while some patterns are similar, the spatial biases are not the same across cities, and are rather context-based.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Research findings)
" Fischer, Heather (Oregon State University); Kirn, Sarah (NASA); Amad, Kim (Oregon State University); Shirk, Jennifer (AAPS); Kuchner, Marc (NASA)
P: 76 - A Citation Analysis of NASA Citizen Science Projects
This study analyzes citations of publications from NASA citizen science projects across all science divisions to assess their academic reach, influence, and contributions to research.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Research findings)
Flores Turdera, Cecilia (Wildlife Conservation Society Bolivia Program); Wallace Robert (Wildlife Conservation Society Bolivia Program)
P: 42 - Curating citizen science data to strengthen the scientific use of iNaturalist in Bolivia
Citizen science in Bolivia has generated extensive biodiversity data through iNaturalist, yet data curation is essential to improve scientific reliability while strengthening conservation engagement and societal connections to nature.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Stories of lessons learned)
Forsberg, Britt (AGU Thriving Earth Exchange); Semmens, Kate (Nurture Nature Center)
P: 58 - Increasing capacity for community science through regional hubs
In 2023, AGU Thriving Earth Exchange started an initiative to expand the reach of community science through collaboration with regional community science hubs. This session will describe scaling the TEX centralized model to one with multiple spokes.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Stories of lessons learned)
Francisco, Inês (INOVA); Moreira, Tânia (INOVA) Carneiro, Sara (INOVA) Caria, Matilde (INOVA)
P: 35 - Mapping of Citizen Science Funding Models
Explores citizen science funding models, emphasizing the dominance of public grants, challenges with sustainability, and underutilized alternatives like private sector and hybrid funding, suggesting diversification for long-term success.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Stories of lessons learned)
Franklin, Alex (Coventry University); Dehnen-Schmutz, Katharina (Coventry University); Green, Sian (Coventry University); Mills, Katie (Coventry University)
P: 89 - Participatory Science Seeds for Biodiversity and Equity: Insights from DAISY
This presentation examines how participatory science acts as a transformative seed for biodiversity and equity, drawing on one of the DAISY project’s cases: urban citizen science using iNaturalist.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Research findings)
Friedman, Shmulik (Tel-Aviv University); Dr. Yaela Golumbic (Head of citizen science research at the Israel Center for Citizen Science)
P: 84 - Citizen Science for Monitoring Fire Buffer Zones and engaging the public in a controversial issue
We present a citizen science initiative to monitor buffer zones for fire prevention surrounding places of residence. Visitors take smartphone photos at fixed stations in the field, which are used to monitor changes. Additionally, we examine how parti
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Research findings)
Gavron, Dr Shana Vida (SnapTi);
P: 16 - Gamification of Citizen Science for Tourism
SnapTi is a mobile app using AI to enhance the tourism experience by involving tourists in citizen science but through a gamified experience.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Emerging work)
Gehrig, George (Ecoregional Consults);
P: 11 - Using Bioblitz Leaderboards as the Basis for Inductions into a Biodiversity Hall of Fame
To elevate the need to address accelerated habitat and species loss, school, district, state and national Biodiversity Halls of Fame are proposed using bioblitz leaderboards as a criteria for induction.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Emerging work)
Genuise, Jacob (Washington State Climate Office (WASCO) @ University of Washington); Kathryn (Katie) Boyd (WASCO); Noah Newman (Colorado Climate Center/CoCoRaHS HQ); Karin Bumbaco (WASCO); Guillaume Mauger (WASCO)
P: 87 - Expanding Community Precipitation Monitoring in Washington State
Using Washington’s 2025 drought, we show how CoCoRaHS data captures local variability and improves drought monitoring. We also outline plans to partner with other volunteer networks and frame outreach messaging around hazard resilience.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
George, Andrew (UNC Chapel Hill Institute for the Environment, Superfund Research Program); Yelton, Sarah (UNC SRP); Fry, Rebecca C. (UNC SRP); Harrington, Cailee (UNC SRP); Noble, Rachel (UNC IMS); Blackwood, Denene (UNC IMS); Gray, Kathleen M. (UNC SRP)
P: 43 - Post-Disaster Participatory Science: Collecting Drinking Water & Mold Samples after Hurricane Helene
Post-Disaster Participatory Science: Collecting Drinking Water and Mold Samples after Hurricane Helene
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Research findings)
Goforth, Christine (Chris) (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences); P. Sean Smith (Horizon Research Inc), Sarah Carrier (North Carolina State University), Meredith Hayes (Horizon Research Inc)
P: 60 - The Year After: Teachers’ Use of Participatory Science After Research Incentives Are Withdrawn
Incentives encourage teachers to join research projects, but what happens when they no longer receive them? Learn how teachers in our study of school-based participatory science reported their engagement with two projects after the incentives ended.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Research findings)
Grotte, Rachel (Texas Parks and Wildlife);
P: 28 - Bat Acoustic Monitoring Closing Knowledge Gaps for Bat Species Distributions Across Texas
The Bat Acoustic Monitoring Program, created by Texas Nature Trackers, taxa specialists and Texas Master Naturalists, seeks to close species distribution knowledge gaps and contribute valuable data to the North American Bat Monitoring Program.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Research findings)
Hallström, Louise (Vrije Universiteit Brussel); Iris Jennes (Vrije Universiteit Brussel); Wendy Van den Broeck (Vrije Universiteit Brussel)
P: 45 - From needs to values: Approaching the 'how’ for ethical XR development
This presentation focuses on the methodological application of the Guidance Ethics Approach and how it complements Human-Centered Design in early-stage XR development. Practical lessons learned and directions for future research will be highlighted.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Stories of lessons learned)
Heinisch, Barbara (Eurac Research);
P: 123 - Participatory research with professional translators: Language diversity in AI-generated translation
Participatory research with professional translators co-designs frameworks to evaluate LLM translations, focusing on language varieties, bias and quality. The initiative negotiates standards, recognises diverse expertise and addresses power dynamics.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Emerging work)
Herrmann, Jessica (Sierra Streams Institute); Valerio, Mali (Sierra Streams Institute)
P: 64 - Community-led change for a more humane BMI collection method
Our presentation shows how community attitudes and feedback changed the way Sierra Streams Institute now collects benthic macroinvertebrate samples, bettering both citizen science and raising industry standards.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Emerging work)
Higgs, Clare (NSF–DOE Rubin Observatory/NSF NOIRLab);
P: 104 - Welcome to the Cosmic Party: CitSci with Rubin Observatory
The revolutionary NSF- DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory will start the Legacy Survey of Space and Time in 2026, enabling many impactful citsci projects. We reflect on our first few preliminary projects and plans for meaningful public participation.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Emerging work)
"Husain Talero, Soraya (Fundación WWB Colombia); Rincón, José Manuel (Fundación WWB Colombia) Galeano, Lady Alejandra (Fundación WWB Colombia)
P: 14 - Closing Gaps: PAR and Situated Knowledge in the Colombian Pacific.
This presentation explores how the Research Fund (est. 2017) transitioned into a strategic PAR orchestrator, achieving record engagement and democratizing knowledge through innovative tools and community engament in the Colombian Pacific region.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Stories of lessons learned)
" Imtiaz, Amal (University of Maryland, Baltimore County ); Lloyd, Allison (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Nguyen, Uyen (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Marin, Andrea (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Flores, Melanie (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Lalani, Samia (University of Maryland, Baltimore County); Nnawulezi, Nkiru (University of Maryland, Baltimore County)
P: 138 - Centering Trauma-Informed Values in Recruitment Strategies with Domestic Violence Survivors
In response to the current sociopolitical climate, our research team adapted recruitment strategies in a large-scale evaluation. We will discuss how we integrated these adaptations using participatory processes and offer recommendations.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Emerging work)
Jackson, Corey (University of Wisconsin, Madison); Lucy Fortson (University of Minnesota), Lea Shanley (International Computer Science Institute and GNIES, University of Wisconsin-Madison), Tanya Berger-Wolf (The Ohio State University), Kevin Crowston (Syracuse University), Saiph Savage (Northeastern University), and Haley Griffin (Computing Research Association)
P: 36 - Report on Visioning for Grand Challenges for the Convergence of Computational and Citizen S
We present outcomes from a CCC-supported visioning workshop developing a prioritized research agenda for integrating citizen science and human-centered AI to advance large-scale, community-engaged computational science.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Stories of lessons learned)
Kieslinger, Barbara (Centre for Soziale Innovation); Holocher, Teresa (Centre for Social Innovation); Mayer, Katja (Centre for Social Innovation)
P: 69 - How to Evaluate a Research Infrastructure for Citizen Science
This contribution outlines a co-designed evaluation model for a European citizen science research infrastructure that extends existing frameworks beyond academia and embeds participatory practices and emerging values.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Emerging work)
Knapic, Reece (The Land Institute); Streit Krug, Aubrey (TLI)
P: 57 - Has Participating in Perennial Agricultural Research Shaped Civic Scientists’ Sense of Place?
Does participation in a multi-year participatory science research project where volunteers grow and observe perennial crops shape these volunteers’ sense of place? If so, how does that relate to their motivations and what they value in civic science?
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Research findings)
Kohl, Holli (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center (SSAI)); Weaver, Kristen (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, SSAI); Weiclawek, Joseph (Astrion); Colon Robles, Marile (NASA Langley Research Center, Adnet Systems); Ballinger, Tina (NASA Langley Research Center, Adnet Systems)
P: 101 - Building around partner needs for long-term sustainability
GLOBE Observer grew its volunteer base through community partnerships. While each partner implemented citizen science in unique ways, support tools developed for each are valuable for broader implementation and long-term sustainability.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Stories of lessons learned)
Laing, Molly (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Conte, Kathleen (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); DuBoise, Desiree’ J. (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative); Perry, Jessica (Lived Experience Committee Member); Zapata, Marisa (Portland State University, Homelessness Research and Action Collaborative)
P: 109 - Building Data Analysis Collaboration with People with Lived Experience
Insights from bridging the gap in data analysis participation of people with lived experience in Community Based Participatory Research through collaborative skill building on mixed methods study, The “Pathways to Housing” Project.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Stories of lessons learned)
Leclercq, Maya (IRD);
P: 19 - Creating common ground through research?
We will present the CLIPSSA project before developing the methodology and results of the “local knowledge” component in South Pacific islands and at least addressing the role of research as an “intermediary” between the various actors.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Emerging work)
Letourneau, Stephanie (Wetlands Watch);
P: 52 - The Sea Level Rise App: A Tool for Translating Local Knowledge to Actionable Data
The Sea Level Rise App bridges the gap between local knowledge and flood modeling. Learn how this tool facilitates community mapping of flooding at street-level, improves resiliency planning, and fosters collaboration for a more prepared future.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Lloyd, Allison (University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)); Nguyen, Uyen (UMBC); Imtiaz, Amal (UMBC); Quino, Maria (UMBC); Lalani, Samia (UMBC); Nnawulezi, Nkiru (UMBC)
P: 129 - Using a Group Cognitive Interview as a Participatory Tool to Enhance Measurement Validity
We conducted a group cognitive interview with survivor partners to increase the validity of a novel measure of community engagement. We discuss how this method strengthens community partnerships, empowers participants, and centers community voice.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Stories of lessons learned)
Mady, Rachael (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Savannah Domenech (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Anna Van Dongen (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Sam Elliott (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Rebecca Hale (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Patrick Neale (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Jessie Ribera (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Tara Sill (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Megan Stallard (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Kate Stoneman (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Rachel Terracina (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Alison Cawood (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center)
P: 98 - Low-cost tools: Ensuring they are accessible for widespread use
Tools that are low-cost can open the door to data collection that is otherwise closed. However, to ensure tools can be used across different contexts, there needs to be extensive testing and we highlight two examples to illustrate this process.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Malmberg, Julie (UCAR Center for Science Education); Hatheway, Becca (UCAR Center for Science Education); Lombardozzi, Danica (Colorado State University); Wright, Erika (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Dussault, Mary (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Elakara, Devika (Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian); Hagen, Emma (UCAR Center for Science Education); Pippin, Margaret (NASA Langley); Trainer, Laureen (Trainer Evaluation)
P: 65 - Monitoring Ground-Level Ozone Through Community Science: The National Ozone Garden Network
The National Ozone Garden Network engages communities nationwide in monitoring ground-level ozone using bioindicator plants in public spaces, highlighting co-produced science, community data collection, education, and links to NASA TEMPO research.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Stories of lessons learned)
Marchal, Jonathan (The North Carolina Arboretum); Goforth, Christine (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences), Greene, Lauren (North Carolina Botanical Garden)
P: 61 - Science Across North Carolina: A Collaborative for Advancing Public Participation in Science
Science Across North Carolina is a collaborative organization making participatory science more accessible statewide. Join us to discover our approach, successes, and areas of growth so that you can create your own local collaborative with ease.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Stories of lessons learned)
Marinus, Jesse David (University of Groningen); la Roi, Chaïm (Planbureau Fryslân); Boerma, Christiaan (Frisius MC)
P: 56 - Participatory systems mapping: Ageing in Place on the Dutch Wadden islands
We used participatory systems mapping (PSM) with 121 stakeholders across five Dutch Wadden Islands to reveal hidden boundaries shaping ageing-in-place. The method also produced locally owned leverage points for action
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Research findings)
Marksaitė, Eugenija (LCC International university);
P: 41 - Believing Climate Change, Distrusting the Messenger: Media Trust and Participatory Climate Science E
Why do people believe in climate change yet distrust those who communicate it? This presentation explores media trust in Lithuania and shows how participatory science can rebuild trust and strengthen public climate engagement.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Research findings)
McMurray, Patrick (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical Center); Fontenot, Justin (Tulane University, Program of Nursing), Valdez, Anna (Sonoma State University School of Nursing), McCamey, Danielle (University of Maryland School of Nursing), Valdez, Mia (Sonoma State University School of Nursing)
P: 54 - When nursing research belongs to everyone: Adopting Citizen Science as a portal to health equity
Citizen science offers nursing a participatory framework grounded in epistemic justice to democratize knowledge production, center community expertise, and uncover novel insights that traditional research methods may overlook.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Emerging work)
Mdziniso, Nonhle (Rochester Institute of Technology);
P: 78 - Bridging Citizen Science and Data Science in K-12 Education: A Bibliometric and Systematic Review
This study maps and reviews how K-12 citizen science and data science intersect, analyzing publication trends, themes, and student data practices to guide future policies and curricula that build comprehensive data literacy.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Emerging work)
Miller, Elijah (Kentucky Waterways Alliance); Hart, Nick (Kentucky Waterways Alliance)
P: 86 - Kentucky Waterways Alliance, Report a Tire Tool: Engagement, Community Action, and Collaboration.
TIRES DON’T BELONG IN WATERWAYS. Kentucky Waterways Alliance’s Report a Tire Tool is a free mobile friendly reporting portal that combines community action, participatory science, and GIS to better understand the threat of tire pollution in Kentucky.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
Morales, Diego (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Bresnahan, Philip J. (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Frensley, Brandon T. (University of North Carolina Wilmington); Brewin, Robert J.W. (University of Exeter); Brewin, Thomas G. (Brewtek Ltd, UK)
P: 112 - Using Innovative Technology and Adaptive Management to Grow a Participatory Science Network
We are further developing a user-friendly, low-cost optical device to expand water quality monitoring for the nationwide Participatory Ocean Color Network. We describe our use of new technology and adaptive management to improve the networks success.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Emerging work)
Motta, Giuliana (University of Michigan); Sampson, Natalie (University of Michigan); Badach, Joanna (Gdańsk University of Technology); Borucka, Justyna (Gdańsk University of Technology); Mazurkiewicz, Weronika (Gdańsk University of Technology)
P: 133 - Participatory Approaches to Air Pollution Monitoring: Lessons for Advancing Environmental Justice
This review examines the role of participatory air monitoring in advancing environmental justice, highlighting successes in community empowerment while navigating barriers like limited resources, data governance, and epistemic debates.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Research findings)
Narraway, Claire (Earthwatch Europe); Bose, Shivangi (Earthwatch Europe)
P: 135 - Growing Transformations: Measuring the Social and Ecological Impacts of Participatory Innovation
Scaling equitable biodiversity transformations requires innovations that deliver ecological and societal impact. Tiny Forest and NATALIE are large-scale interventions using participatory methods to foster care and understanding of nature’s benefits.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Emerging work)
Newman, Gregory (CitSci); Pittman, Daniel (Metropolitan State University of Denver), Newman, Sarah (Colorado State University), Kennedy, Alexis (Colorado State University), Alyssa Williams (Metropolitan State University of Denver), Vashti Trujillo (CSU Pueblo)
P: 143 - Mutual Intelligence: Integrating AI and Participatory Science for Responsible Practice?
AI and Participatory Science can improve data quality, scale, and insights. Ethical risks are plenty, but opportunities may emerge. Join us to unpack challenges, opportunities, and transparent, community‑driven, responsible practices.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Emerging work)
Newman, Sarah (CitSci, Colorado State University); Nickerson, Caroline (CitSci, Colorado State University), Budnicki, Brandon (CitSci, Colorado State University), Dheenadayalan Sivakami, Guhan (CitSci, Colorado State University), Lynn, Stacy (CitSci, Colorado State University), Newman, Greg (CitSci, Colorado State University)
P: 53 - Co‑Creating Knowledge: How Communities and Scientists Advance Research with CitSci
CitSci is a global platform supporting participatory science projects by and for communities at all scales. Join us behind the scenes to see how NGOs, NASA, universities, teachers, and more use CitSci to meet their community needs and science goals.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Stories of lessons learned)
Nickerson, Caroline (Florida Community Innovation); Yang, Di (University of Florida); Zhang, Olivia (University of Florida)
P: 128 - Scaling EMERGE for Mosquito Habitat Mapping: Libraries, Communities, and Coding
EMERGE advances community-centered environmental research using GLOBE Observer data, open-access curriculum, library hackathons, and student-led analysis.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Emerging work)
Nobua-Behrmann, Beatriz (University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE), UC ANR); Gonzales, Janis (UCCE); Corella, Kim (CalFire), Burnap, Rachel (LA Co Ag. Com.); Clark, Julie (UCCE); Poloni, Adrian (CalFire)
P: 37 - Expanding volunteer pest detection in oak woodlands: lessons learned from California’s GSOB Blitz
The GSOB Blitz builds local capacity by training volunteers to identify oak pests while collecting standardized data for land managers. This talk shares lessons learned from designing participatory monitoring that is both educational and reliable.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Stories of lessons learned)
Nölle, Nikola (TD-Lab / Berlin University Alliance); Maaike Duine (Open Research Office/Freie Universität Berlin); Anastasiia Iarkaeva (Berlin Institute of Health/Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin); Nadin Gaasch (TD-Lab/Berlin University Alliance)
P: 90 - Berlin as an Integrated Research Space: Insights from the Participatory Research Map
The Participatory Research Map visualizes over 90 projects across the Berlin University Alliance, exploring disciplinary patterns, funding structures, and methodological approaches to strengthen participatory and open research practices.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Emerging work)
Nugent , Jill (SNHU );
P: 27 - Take the City Nature Challenge: participating in locally engaged, globally connected science
This session shares resources designed to engage learners in the City Nature Challenge global BioBlitz on iNaturalist. The resource was developed as part of the OCTOPUS Project, a collaborative effort to cultivate open science educational resources.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Emerging work)
Nygren-Burkert, Dawn (Aquarium of the Pacific);
P: 33 - Pathways to Leadership: Case Studies of Volunteer Leads at the Aquarium of the Pacific
This presentation studies the lessons learned from volunteer leads at the Aquarium of the Pacific throughout their journey, illustrating how essential volunteers can be in co- creation and program sustainability.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Stories of lessons learned)
Olson, Cheyanne (Northeastern State University);
P: 82 - Data Accuracy and Self Efficacy in Water Quality Monitoring
This study examines how volunteer self-efficacy relates to data accuracy in Oklahoma’s Blue Thumb water monitoring citizen science program.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Research findings)
Ottinger, Gwen (Drexel University);
P: 62 - From proof to repair: Updating participatory research’s theory of change
Participatory science contributes to social change not by proving harm but by strengthening accountability, improving standards of right and wrong, and otherwise helping to create better moral relations. Knowing this can improve project design.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Research findings)
Padolf, Amy (Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden); Briana Zaffrio
P: 12 - What Makes Science Feel Real? Students’ Perceptions of Authenticity in NASA-funded Citizen Science
Using data from an international NASA-funded citizen science program, this study explores how students perceive authenticity in participatory research, highlighting the roles of agency, innovation, and being treated as real contributors to science.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Research findings)
Parashar, Nimisha (University of Nottingham); Dowthwaite, Liz (University of Nottingham); Spence, Alexa (University of Nottingham); Konstantinidis Stathis (University of Nottingham); Sprinks, James (Earthwatch)
P: 120 - Gamification in Citizen Science: A Scoping Review of Reported Outcomes
We present findings from our scoping review, looking at the outcomes of gamification in citizen science. We identify the methodological approaches used to study engagement, behavioural change, and other reported effects of gamification in CS.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Research findings)
Porter, Brooke (University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education); Okker-Edging, Kate (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Liu, Anicca (School of Social Policy and Practice, University of Pennsylvania); Noh, Daniel J. (Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania); Lydic, Kirsten (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Muzekari, Benjamin (Annenberg School for Communication, University of Pennsylvania); Lewis, Tyasia (Graduate School of Education, University of Pennsylvania); Torres-Grillo, Omaya (Annenberg School for Communication and Annenberg Public Policy Center, University of Pennsylvania); Falk, Emily (Annenberg School for Communication, Annenberg Public Policy Center, The Wharton School, Department of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania; Tan, Andy S.L. (Annenberg School for Communication, Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics, Abramson Cancer Center, University of Pennsylvania); Cosme, Danielle (Annenberg School for Communication and Annenberg Public Policy Center, University of Pennsylvania)
P: 127 - Youth Participatory Action Communication Research on Social and Environmental Determinants of Health
A university-high school partnership engaged two classrooms in youth participatory action communication research (YPACR) to explore how climate and social issues interact, revealing opportunities and challenges implementing YPACR across classrooms.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Emerging work)
Rech, Thaís (Oceanographic Institute of the University of Sao Paulo (IOUSP)); Alexander Turra (IOUSP)
P: 122 - Monitoring and researching marine litter with citizen science: opportunities and challenges
Citizen science is one strategy for addressing marine litter. However, challenges, such as data quality and participant retention, can be addressed by attention to good practices, to citizen scientists’ demands, and to the use of apps
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Research findings)
Ribeiro, Felipe ();
P: 39 - Public Apps
I want to present the urgency for public apps regulation based on open source digital public infrastructure (DPI) rule of law (RoL).
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Research findings)
Rivas, Constanza (BC Parks Foundation); Loh, Tse-Lynn (BCPF)
P: 30 - Stewardship through community partnerships for biodiversity monitoring in conserved areas
The BC Parks Foundation’s Parks Bank secures lands and supports long-term stewardship through community-led restoration and biodiversity monitoring. We present two case studies and a toolkit that build local capacity and inform management
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Stories of lessons learned)
Rowe, Linda (South Carolina Aquarium); Thorvalson, Kelly (South Carolina Aquarium)
P: 63 - Leveraging citizen science to effect policy change and community connections in South Carolina
The South Carolina Aquarium leverages citizen science as a tool to support informed decision-making on local policy issues, to engage community members to play an active role in addressing plastic pollution, and to build community connections.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Stories of lessons learned)
>Ruehlmann, Dietrich (GaiaXus); Dinh, Caroline (GaiaXus); Brindel, Lee (GaiaXus); Clark, Jacob (GaiaXus)
P: 85 - Beyond Sample Collection: Engagement through AI-driven Storytelling
Story of Our Waters is a participatory science platform that keeps citizen science alive by turning local monitoring into community stories. Mobile workflows and AI context build lasting motivation and an emotional bond with a place people care about
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Sauermann, Henry (European School of Management and Technology); Franzoni, Chiara (Politecnico di Milano)
P: 31 - Citizen Science and the Private Sector: Emerging Models of Engagement
We analyze cases of corporate engagement in citizen science and identify five models: firms as users, sponsors, resource providers, infrastructure suppliers, and organizers. We discuss benefits and risks of public-private CS collaboration.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Infrastructure & Funding Models (Research findings)
Scharen, Danielle (Horizon Research, Inc.); Goforth, Christine (North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences); Sachs, Lindsey (Horizon Research, Inc.); Safley, Sarah (Horizon Research, Inc.); Smith, Sean (Horizon Research, Inc.)
P: 8 - Data Collection to Curriculum Integration: How K-5 Teachers Use Citizen Science Projects
Facing limited time and resources, teachers used SBCS in three ways: data-only, standalone lessons, or integrated across subjects. All three approaches increased engagement, outdoor learning, and sensemaking, showing the value of flexible resources.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Research findings)
Scheuch, Carolina ();
P: 91 - From data creation to dashboard visualization: Making conceptions of inclusivity visible
I explore design considerations for inclusivity dashboards for citizen science projects by critically examining how demographic data creation, visualization tools, and design practices shape and are shaped by often implicit inclusivity conceptions.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Research findings)
Schultz, Cate (Boston College Applied Developmental and Educational Psychology); Davidesco, Ido (Professor, PI)
P: 126 - Brain Healthy: Empowering Students through Health-Driven Citizen Science Data Investigations
“Brain Healthy” is a NIH research study that empowers students to make data-informed health decisions, culminating in their own investigations of a de-identified community science database.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Settin, Bentley (UNC, Wilmington - Wilmington, NC); Bresnahan, Philip (UNCW EOS); Frensley Brandon (UNCW EVS); Hawkes, Andrea (UNCW EOS); Wells, Dave (UNCW)
P: 96 - Flood of data, skills, and learning: Using sensors, education, and more to build coastal resiliency
We will share results from a novel pilot project combining place-based lessons, fieldwork with water level and rain sensors, data literacy, and community outreach to improve high school students’ flood awareness, STEM skills, and coastal resilience.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Research findings)
"Silva, Bruna (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance); Julie Krajewski (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance) Dr. Stefan Ekernas (Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance) Alex Wells (Yale School of the Environment)
P: 46 - Utilizing Community Science to Save an Endangered Toad
This presentation highlights the conservation challenges facing Colorado’s boreal toad and introduces a community science program that trains volunteers to help with monitoring, habitat assessment, and disease surveillance across montane wetlands.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Emerging work)
" Smiles, Niiyokamigaabaw Deondre (University of British Columbia); Weeks, Maya (Rutgers University); Patel, Jugal (McGill University); Routly, Razz (Carleton University), Fuller, Matt (University of Victoria); Pearson, Rhea (KU Leuven); Ack, Amelia (Comox Native Friendship Centre); Lee, Owen (Occidental College); Giancarlo, Alexandra (University of Calgary); Juip, Larissa (Michigan Technological University); Juip, James (Michigan Technological University), Quintero, Melinda (Royal Roads University), Soer, Anna (University of Ottawa)
P: 3 - Building a participatory research group in Indigenous Geographies
This roundtable session will bring together the members of a multidisciplinary, multigenerational research collective that does geographical work with Indigenous communities. This panel will cover the opportunities and challenges of doing this work.
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Soacha-Godoy, Karen (ICM-CSIC, RICAP); Buitrago, Leonardo (Global Biodiversity Information Facility, GBIF); Brum, Sannie (Wildlife Conservation Society); Guzmán, Viviana (Independent); Varese, Mariana (Wildlife Conservation Society); Moreno, Diego (Independent)
P: 51 - Data Infrastructure for the Amazon Water Alliance: An Ongoing Cross-Knowledge Process
This talk presents an in-progress data infrastructure for the Amazon Water Alliance (AAA). It addresses interoperability, scalability and ethics, and invites dialogue on infrastructures balancing scientific and Indigenous knowledge systems.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
Soacha-Godoy, Karen (Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC); Iberoamerican Participatory Science Network (RICAP)); Piera, Jaume, EMBIMOS Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC)
P: 20 - The Backbone of Participatory Science: Citizen Observatories as Research Infrastructures
Citizen observatories play a growing role in participatory science but are often seen as temporary projects. This presentation argues for viewing them as research infrastructures, drawing on a large literature review and conceptual analysis.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Networks, Outcomes & Future Pathways (Research findings)
Sparrow, Elena B. (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center); Spellman, Katie V. (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center and College of Natural Science and Mathematics), Chase, Malinda J. (Association of Interior Native Educators), Larson, Angela (Goldstream Group, Inc.), Buffington, Christina L. (University of Alaska Fairbanks Geographic Information Network of Alaska), Roach, Sonta (University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Indigenous Studies), Joyanne Hamilton (Innoko River School), Mynatt, Terri (Anchorage School District), Northcutt, Adrianna (Renewable Energy Alaska Program), Wells, Kristen (Juneau Douglas High School), Sousa, Emily (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center), Brannan, Tori (University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center), Fochesatto, Guillermo J. (University of Alaska Fairbanks College of Natural Science and Mathematics), Allen, Delia (Goldstream Group, Inc.), Chapman, Chelsea (Goldstream Group, Inc.)
P: 139 - Persistence of Arctic and Earth SIGNs Citizen Science Projects in Alaska: Comparative Case Studies
Arctic and Earth SIGNs partnered with communities across Alaska from 2016-2025 to support youth- led citizen science. Implementation was analyzed for conditions that most strongly contributed to sustained and strong outcomes.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Looking for Sustainability in an Age of Uncertainty: GLOBE after 30 (Research findings)
Sprinks, James (Earthwatch Europe); Amy Nieuwenstein (Earthwatch Europe); Peter Hoebe (Earthwatch Europe); Jesse Himmelstein (Ikigai Games)
P: 71 - BENCHMARKS: Gamifying Soil Health Trade-offs across Urban, Forest, and Agricultural Landscapes
'Earth Engine' gamifies soil health trade-offs in urban, forest, and agricultural landscapes. It bridges the complexity gap for citizen scientists, enhancing data literacy while providing researchers with vital stakeholder priority feedback.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Points and Participation: Gamification and Behaviour Change in CS (Emerging work)
Sprinks, James (Earthwatch Europe); Liz Dowthwaite (University of Nottingham); Green Appleton (Local community group)
P: 75 - In an English country garden: Utilising iNaturalist to engage all ages in biodiversity
This work details how Green Appleton uses iNaturalist to engage all ages in biodiversity research. Through school partnerships and community events, the project has recorded 2,900+ observations of 950+ species, fostering local stewardship.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Stories of lessons learned)
Stressmann, Franziska (ECSA - European Citizen Science Association); Gorringe, Patrick (SMHI); Brévière, Emilie (SMHI); Piera, Jaume (ICM-CSIC); Liconti, Arianna (OutBe)
P: 124 - CS-MACH1: creating a citizen science network to facilitate data flows in marine science.
The CS-MACH1 project is building a Marine Citizen Science Data Network for initiatives’ leaders, cost-efficient technology providers, data management experts and users to empower them to share FAIR and TRUST data and facilitate data uptake and usage.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Stuart (Spring), Savannah (University of Waterloo); Brendon Larson (University of Waterloo)
P: 137 - Exploring Student Experiences: A Qualitative Study of Automated Species Identification Apps
Apps such as iNaturalist are widely used as a participatory science technology. Following a six-week intervention of iNaturalist use in a post-secondary field course, students shared their perceptions on using the technology.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Research findings)
Terenzini, John ();
P: 34 - Do changes to the design of the City Nature Challenge competition affect participation and data?
This emerging research will examine how changes to data quality requirements, i.e., Casual observations, for the City Nature Challenge may influence participation and data outputs.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Biodiversity & BioBlitzes (Emerging work)
Tindall-Gibson, John (Real Good Projects);
P: 132 - Project Based Learning and the Participatory Sciences
Project based learning (PBL) used in the public schools teaches children scientific skills with deeper understanding when opportunities exist to engage in data collection for ongoing research. PBL is a perfect bridge between scientists and youngsters
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Low cost sensors Group B: Scaling, tools, education and infrastructure for Citizen science (Emerging work)
Torres, Karina M. (School of Forestry and Horticulture, Southern Illinois University); Pease, Brent S. (School of Forestry and Horticulture, Southern Illinois University)
P: 131 - Uniting Three Domains: Participatory science, technology, and conservation in the realm of Big Data
We discuss how uniting domains maximizes Big Data and AI for addressing socio-ecological challenges. We share research introducing automated R and AI workflows to improve accessibility and lower barriers to extracting secondary image data.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Implications of the use of emerging AI techniques in the participatory sciences (Emerging work)
Tran, Jessica (University of Minnesota Twin Cities);
P: 23 - What becomes possible when we slow down? The value of being present in participatory research
This presentation highlights the tensions between academic productivity and relationship-building. It argues that “slowing down” to be present can strengthen relationships, foster reciprocity, and enhance the rigor of participatory sciences.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Stories of lessons learned)
Tribelhorn, Sarah (San Diego State University);
P: 108 - From Catalyst to Core: Lessons in Sustaining Community-Driven Research via the Library
This presentation explores how academic libraries drive participatory science. We show how library-led community engagement and City Nature Challenge partnerships sparked two new campus biodiversity museum research initiatives.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Emerging work)
Vaishnav, Ram Dayal (The Naturalist School); A, Ashwin (The Naturalist School); Bhat, Lavanya (The Naturalist School); Chakraborty, Nibedita (The Naturalist School);
P: 67 - Scaling Citizen Science Across Borders: Lessons from the Asia Nature Challenge (ANC)
The Asia Nature Challenge team shares insights on coordinating a continent-wide biodiversity initiative. Learn how we addressed data gaps through multilingual outreach and regional partnerships to engage diverse communities across Asia.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Stories of lessons learned)
Van Dongen, Anna (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center); Sill, Tara (SERC); Neale, Patrick (SERC); Domanski, Tammy (AACC); Terracina, Rachel (SERC); Cawood, Alison (SERC); Stoneman, Kate (SERC)
P: 93 - Public Health and Water Quality: Exploring Methods for Quick Water Safety Monitoring
Chesapeake Water Watch is developing a method to quickly monitor water bacteria levels and support public health by investigating the extent that colored dissolved organic matter (CDOM) – measured through portable tools- is a proxy for bacteria.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Research findings)
van Gerwen, Babette ();
P: 83 - Plural Understandings of Nature Connectedness in Citizen Science
This research examines how disciplines conceptualise “nature connectedness” and argues for a relational, situated approach to citizen science practice that acknowledges epistemological plurality and creates the conditions for human–nonhuman relations
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Emerging work)
VanArnam, Becca (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Harte, Peggy (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Ballard, Heidi (UC Davis, Center for Community and Citizen Science); Jeffres, Carson (UC Davis, Center for Watershed Sciences); Johnson, Rachel (NOAA Fisheries); Lowe-Webb, Miranda (UC Davis, Center for Watershed Sciences)
P: 77 - “They Made Us Feel Like Scientists”: Youth Science Identity in Community Science
A youth community science program fostered science identity through authentic research, advocacy, and recognition, prompting curriculum revisions that center students’ cultural and linguistic assets while challenging exclusionary norms in science.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Research findings)
Verstraelen, Karen (Scivil); Duerinckx, Annelies (Scivil)
P: 18 - Citizens4water: a global repository of citizen science initiatives on water management and hydrology
We recently launched the Citizens4Water platform in collaboration with UNESCO IHP. Join this presentation to get to know the platform, learn how to contribute, and be inspired by other projects around the world.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Water Systems & Marine Monitoring (Emerging work)
Vuolo, Nicola (OutBe); Liconti, Arianna (OutBe); Biguzzi Filippo (OutBe); Giaisa Rinaldi, Diana (OutBe)
P: 115 - Taraget-oriented communication strategies as drivers of impact in Citizen Science
We analyse communication strategies in EU citizen science projects to enhance impact. Based on case studies and surveys, we propose a stepwise model and guidelines to bridge resource gaps and support transnational upscaling..
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Stories of lessons learned)
Waugh, Darryn (Johns Hopkins Univdersity);
P: 40 - The Baltimore community weather station network: Filling the urban measurement desert
The Baltimore community weather network is a community-based network of low cost weather stations that enables the mapping of urban weather across the city and increased community engagement, education, and empowerment.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Low-cost sensors Group A: community based environmental monitoring (Stories of lessons learned)
Whitworth, Christi (Texas Tech University); Childers, Gina (Texas Tech University); Matteson, Shirley (Texas Tech University); Swanson, Kylie (University of Colorado, Colorado Springs)
P: 44 - Virtual Communities of Practice Modeled in Online Citizen Science Projects
This research investigated 1) the relationship between virtual communities of practice and online citizen science projects and 2) how virtual communities of practice are maintained and supported by online citizen science project leadership.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Research findings)
"Wijesooriya, Shashikala (Adelaide University); Cooper, Mira (Adelaide University) Cameron, Webb (University of Sydney ,NSW Health Pathology) Styan, Craig (Adelaide University) Williams, Craig (Adelaide University)
P: 25 - Development of a citizen science mosquito trap: preliminary, participatory testing in Australia.
This study is about developing and validating a citizen-science-friendly mosquito trap in Australia and comparing its performance with an existing citizen-science trap to support community participation in mosquito surveillance.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Research findings)
" Williams, Craig (Adelaide University); Wijesooriya, Shashikala (Adelaide University)
P: 10 - Citizen Science mosquito surveillance as service provision in regional Australia
Mozzie Monitors is a Citizen Science mosquito surveillance program transitioning toward service provision in remote northern Australia, presenting a unique opportunity to test methods in a low-resource setting.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Emerging work)
Wilson, Omega and Brenda (West End Revitalization Association - WERA); Ayo B Wilson
P: 21 - Environmental Justice: Community/County Health Assessments
The “WERA Environmental Justice Story” completed Chapter - #6 needed to address issues of “health disparities for people of color” in Alamance County for the first time. This 190-page health assessment documented that life expectancy of elevens less.
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - Public Health & Lived Experience (Stories of lessons learned)
Withers, Meg (South Atlantic Fishery Management Council); Byrd, Julia (SAFMC)
P: 103 - Bridging the Gap: Building Trust and Informing Fisheries Management Through SAFMC Release
Explore lessons learned from the implementation of outreach, communication, and volunteer engagement strategies designed to help the SAFMC Release project support informed federal fisheries management while building trust with the fishing community.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Making Sense of Data Together (Stories of lessons learned)
Wood, Madelyn (Appalachian Mountain Club); Murray, Georgia (Appalachian Mountain Club)
P: 47 - Comparing outreach efforts and successes for different participatory science platforms
By comparing the outcomes of similar outreach strategies on different participatory science platforms, iNaturalist and Community Snow Observations (CSO), we can learn how to target groups that are likely to have high levels of involvement.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Technological & Digital Communities (Stories of lessons learned)
Wray, Ricardo (Saint Louis University College for Public Health and Social Justice); Mohsen, Mira (CPHSJ); Nothstine, Amanda (CPHSJ); Patel, Vishani (CPHSJ); Agmon, Reilly (Lake County Health Department); Hassan, Mehdia (CPHSJ); Ponzi, Jean (Missourit Botanical Garden); Arrighi, Jeanine (City of St. Louis Department of Health (Retired))
P: 150 - App-Based Mosquito Surveillance and Community Engagement in St. Louis: Evaluation Insights
Our mixed-methods evaluation assessed effects of community outreach and strategies for sustained community partnership for Mosquito Alert STL, a community science project in St. Louis, Missouri applying a mosquito surveillance app from Spain.
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45pm EDT - Engaged Research Strategies from the Health Sciences (Research findings)
Yanez, Michal (Tel Aviv university ); Golumbic, Yaela (tel Aviv university)
P: 66 - Community Building: A Framework for a community-based Urban Biodiversity Monitoring
The study examines local communities long-term monitoring potential through community development and sustained engagement to define how building a strong, sustainable community can serve as a foundation for effective long-term ecological monitoring
Wednesday, May 27, 4-5pm EDT - How can citizen and participatory science projects be designed to foster nature connectedness? (Emerging work)
Yu, Ho Yeong (Seoul National University); Kim, Jae Geun (Seoul National University)
P: 55 - From Literature Review to Classroom Action: Lessons from a Year of Participatory Science in Korea
A Korean PhD student presents a pathway from a literature review to a workshop and three school implementations of participatory science. Lessons from these experiences inform the scalability of participatory science.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Classrooms to Community: K-12 & Youth Engagement (Stories of lessons learned)
ZENG, ZHEN (Universiti Malaya );
P: 121 - Why Participation Falters: Seeing Citizen Science Projects as Complex Adaptive Systems
Why do well-designed projects still struggle to retain participants? This talk introduces a complexity science lens to reframe retention challenges not as individual failures, but as emergent patterns from simple micro-interactions. A powerful new wa
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Methodology, Ethics, and Design (Emerging work)
Zerika, Sarah (University of Geneva’s Centre for Children's Rights Studies); Darbellay, Frédéric (University of Geneva’s Centre for Children's Rights Studies); Moody, Zoe (University of Lausanne, Institute of Psychology)
P: 59 - Children as Co-Researchers: Methodological Findings from Participatory School Climate Research
This presentation reports methodological findings from a participatory doctoral study involving children as co-researchers in schools, drawing on structured research activities and the researcher’s reflexive practice to co-produce knowledge.
Tuesday, May 26, 4-5pm EDT - Climate Resilience & Atmospheric Hazards (Research findings)
Zevit, Pamela (City of Surrey); Cressey, Shannon (City of Surrey)
P: 100 - Community Science as a tool for local government biodiversity monitoring and conservation
Community science is a vital tool for Surrey to monitor biodiversity and ecosystem health in parks. This presentation explores how Surrey integrates community science, and how community science can play a role in addressing inclusivity challenges.
Thursday, May 28, 4-5pm EDT - Seeds of Change: Participatory Science for Biodiversity and Equity (Stories of lessons learned)