These ants quietly took over Manhattan and they're not stopping thereResearchers are tracking the spread of the newly dubbed ManhattAnt in New York City through public sightings.
New species of invasive flatworm discovered in three southern US statesA new invasive flatworm species, Amaga pseudobama, has been identified in the US, raising concerns over its impact on local ecosystems.
Twenty master gardeners have collected 25,000 bees. Here's why.Community involvement in bee monitoring is vital for understanding biodiversity.Citizen scientists can drive significant contributions to environmental research.
Dream come true for Australian funnel-web spider enthusiast after he discovers a new speciesKane Christensen discovered a new spider species, Atrax christenseni, emphasizing the importance of citizen science in biodiversity research.
Butterflies, bees, bugs and more: The summer of insect-counting gets underway in GermanyInsect Summer in Germany organized by NABU aims to raise awareness about insect importance and involve citizen science in insect counting.
These ants quietly took over Manhattan and they're not stopping thereResearchers are tracking the spread of the newly dubbed ManhattAnt in New York City through public sightings.
New species of invasive flatworm discovered in three southern US statesA new invasive flatworm species, Amaga pseudobama, has been identified in the US, raising concerns over its impact on local ecosystems.
Twenty master gardeners have collected 25,000 bees. Here's why.Community involvement in bee monitoring is vital for understanding biodiversity.Citizen scientists can drive significant contributions to environmental research.
Dream come true for Australian funnel-web spider enthusiast after he discovers a new speciesKane Christensen discovered a new spider species, Atrax christenseni, emphasizing the importance of citizen science in biodiversity research.
Butterflies, bees, bugs and more: The summer of insect-counting gets underway in GermanyInsect Summer in Germany organized by NABU aims to raise awareness about insect importance and involve citizen science in insect counting.
'Alarming' chemical levels found in East riversEastern England and London have the worst river water quality in the UK, with alarming levels of pollutants and chemicals found.
Researchers seek to expand citizen scientist' testing of UK river qualityCitizen science initiatives in river water testing are crucial for enhancing monitoring and addressing pollution issues effectively.
The sores on the fish are nasty': what's behind the changes in the Severn river?The River Severn is experiencing severe ecological distress, evident through alarming sores on fish and deteriorating water conditions due to pollution.
'Alarming' chemical levels found in East riversEastern England and London have the worst river water quality in the UK, with alarming levels of pollutants and chemicals found.
Researchers seek to expand citizen scientist' testing of UK river qualityCitizen science initiatives in river water testing are crucial for enhancing monitoring and addressing pollution issues effectively.
The sores on the fish are nasty': what's behind the changes in the Severn river?The River Severn is experiencing severe ecological distress, evident through alarming sores on fish and deteriorating water conditions due to pollution.
Citizen scientists can be chemists - give them a chanceCitizen science can significantly accelerate research projects, enabling professionals to collaborate with secondary-school students and educators for practical assistance.
The monarch butterfly is counting on youThe monarch butterfly is a critical species facing severe population decline despite its role in environmental advocacy.
Bumblebee spotters asked to help Royal ParksQueen bumblebees are emerging earlier due to increasing temperatures, posing risks.Royal Parks charity seeks public help to monitor bumblebee activity and combat risks.
Study that asked people to count squashed bugs reveals worrying resultsCitizen science survey shows 78% decline in bug splats on car number plates across the UK since 2004, indicating a significant drop in flying insects population.
The monarch butterfly is counting on youThe monarch butterfly is a critical species facing severe population decline despite its role in environmental advocacy.
Bumblebee spotters asked to help Royal ParksQueen bumblebees are emerging earlier due to increasing temperatures, posing risks.Royal Parks charity seeks public help to monitor bumblebee activity and combat risks.
Study that asked people to count squashed bugs reveals worrying resultsCitizen science survey shows 78% decline in bug splats on car number plates across the UK since 2004, indicating a significant drop in flying insects population.
Beatriz da Costa's pigeon-based eco-art project takes flight again in Los AngelesBeatriz da Costa's PigeonBlog revolutionized environmental art by using homing pigeons to gather real-time air quality data, merging art with citizen science.
Hunt for invasive bug damaging London treesVolunteers track the invasive plane lace bug threatening London plane trees, highlighting environmental concerns due to its sap-sucking behavior.
Amateur Astronomers Spot an Object Hurtling by at 1 Million MPHA mysterious celestial object is reported to be a fast-moving brown dwarf or star leaving the Milky Way.Citizen scientists played a crucial role in the discovery of this hypervelocity object.
Astronomers Just Discovered A Low-Mass Object Flying At a Million Miles Per HourA newly discovered object in space has scientists investigating its origin and immense velocity, which might align with historical cosmic events.CWISE J124909.08+362116.0 could have been expelled from a globular cluster due to interactions with black holes.
Saturday Citations: Citizen scientists observe fast thing; controlling rat populations; clearing nanoplastic from waterDiscovery of CWISE J124909+362116.0, the first low-mass hypervelocity star, suggests a link to a white dwarf supernova event.
This app lets you help scientists find new black holesScientists are recruiting the public to help identify potential black holes using an app that analyzes images of the night sky.
Astronomy magazine ScopeTrader releases October 2024 issue | App Developer MagazineThe October 2024 ScopeTrader issue showcases innovative astronomy tools, highlights community involvement in stargazing, and promotes citizen science initiatives.
Amateur Astronomers Spot an Object Hurtling by at 1 Million MPHA mysterious celestial object is reported to be a fast-moving brown dwarf or star leaving the Milky Way.Citizen scientists played a crucial role in the discovery of this hypervelocity object.
Astronomers Just Discovered A Low-Mass Object Flying At a Million Miles Per HourA newly discovered object in space has scientists investigating its origin and immense velocity, which might align with historical cosmic events.CWISE J124909.08+362116.0 could have been expelled from a globular cluster due to interactions with black holes.
Saturday Citations: Citizen scientists observe fast thing; controlling rat populations; clearing nanoplastic from waterDiscovery of CWISE J124909+362116.0, the first low-mass hypervelocity star, suggests a link to a white dwarf supernova event.
This app lets you help scientists find new black holesScientists are recruiting the public to help identify potential black holes using an app that analyzes images of the night sky.
Astronomy magazine ScopeTrader releases October 2024 issue | App Developer MagazineThe October 2024 ScopeTrader issue showcases innovative astronomy tools, highlights community involvement in stargazing, and promotes citizen science initiatives.
These Cruise Lines Are Turning Leisure Travelers into Citizen ScientistsCitizen science through expedition cruises enables travelers to contribute to environmental research while enjoying their journeys, enhancing both their experience and conservation efforts.
OPINION: Protecting local salmon through community scienceCommunity science enables non-experts to contribute to scientific research, promoting inclusivity and stewardship.
Citizen scientists' to check UK rivers for sewage and pollutionPublic engagement in monitoring rivers is necessary due to diminishing independent oversight of water quality in the UK.Citizen scientists are using technology to assess river health and push for changes in pollution regulation.
The 'citizen scientists' testing Thames pollutionWater companies polluting the River Thames face no accountability, risking public health and safety for recreational users.Citizen scientists are testing river quality due to inadequate government policies holding polluters accountable.
Citizen scientists' to check UK rivers for sewage and pollutionPublic engagement in monitoring rivers is necessary due to diminishing independent oversight of water quality in the UK.Citizen scientists are using technology to assess river health and push for changes in pollution regulation.
The 'citizen scientists' testing Thames pollutionWater companies polluting the River Thames face no accountability, risking public health and safety for recreational users.Citizen scientists are testing river quality due to inadequate government policies holding polluters accountable.
How my daughters, 7 and 10, achieved fossil finder' status in Badlands National ParkFamily engagement in science enhances outdoor experiences.Discovering fossils creates lasting family memories.Citizen science programs enrich visitor experiences.Badlands National Park is a rich source of history.
NASA spots mysterious object moving 1million mph through spaceA massive hyper-speed object is racing through the Milky Way, potentially classified as the first documented brown dwarf capable of escaping the galaxy.
NASA astronaut spots eerie red lights glowing in space from aboard ISSNASA astronaut captures red sprite lightning from ISS window.
NASA spots mysterious object moving 1million mph through spaceA massive hyper-speed object is racing through the Milky Way, potentially classified as the first documented brown dwarf capable of escaping the galaxy.
NASA astronaut spots eerie red lights glowing in space from aboard ISSNASA astronaut captures red sprite lightning from ISS window.
Gaming for science-Borderlands Science four years laterThe video game Borderlands 3 incorporates a citizen science minigame, engaging over 4 million players in helping map the human gut microbiome.
Sea horse research gets a boost from volunteer citizen-scientistsThe iSeahorse project relies on public contributions to advance research on sea horses globally.Citizen sightings through the iSeahorse project have led to new insights on sea horse species behavior and geographic distribution.
Why citizen scientists are gathering DNA from hundreds of lakes - on the same dayCitizen science is being used to collect eDNA samples from lakes globally, aiding in understanding biodiversity and species movement.Environmental DNA (eDNA) offers a cost-effective method to monitor species presence and has been successful in detecting endangered species.