The Importance of Citizen Scientists

As science itself evolves, a new way of conducting research is emerging.  Although a newly coined phrase, Citizen Scientists have been around for a very long time, lending a helping hand to researchers around the globe.  Although these individuals may lack a formal education, what they do not lack is passion and enthusiasm.  Participation of Citizen Scientists essential allows scientists to be in millions of places at one time; observing wildlife, recording behaviors, and biological sample collection is but a few things they do. One of the original programs initiated by Citizen Scientists was bird watching.  Although a hobby for …

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