Citizen science and its applicability for sustainability and a healthy planet
This paper provides an overview of citizen science and its applicability for advancing sustainability and promoting a healthy planet. It begins by defining citizen science and highlighting its significance in actively empowering volunteers to participate in scientific research and data co...
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This paper provides an overview of citizen science and its applicability for advancing sustainability and promoting a healthy planet. It begins by defining citizen science and highlighting its significance in actively empowering volunteers to participate in scientific research and data collection. The study then examines the wide-ranging applicability of citizen science across various domains, including biodiversity monitoring, environmental monitoring, public health research, community science and advocacy, climate change research, education, urban planning, disaster response, and resilience. Each domain thoroughly examines how citizen science initiatives provide practical benefits through their collaborative nature. They contribute valuable data and insights to inform decision-making processes and support sustainable development efforts. The paper also discusses the complementary relationship between citizen science and indigenous knowledge, underlining the importance of diverse perspectives in addressing environmental challenges. This paper provides a theoretical framework for understanding citizen science and its interrelationship with indigenous knowledge and tradition. It underscores the value of both traditional and scientific knowledge systems. Citizen science, with its potential to build a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable world, offers a promising approach. It instills a sense of hope and optimism in the audience, highlighting its transformative power. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-2b6f2181049d4faa97cf12f5f59291fa2025-02-11T23:17:42ZengAcademia.edu JournalsAcademia Environmental Sciences and Sustainability2997-60062024-06-011110.20935/AcadEnvSci7270Citizen science and its applicability for sustainability and a healthy planetMedani P. Bhandari0School of Planetary Health, Akamai University, Durham, NC 27703, USA. This paper provides an overview of citizen science and its applicability for advancing sustainability and promoting a healthy planet. It begins by defining citizen science and highlighting its significance in actively empowering volunteers to participate in scientific research and data collection. The study then examines the wide-ranging applicability of citizen science across various domains, including biodiversity monitoring, environmental monitoring, public health research, community science and advocacy, climate change research, education, urban planning, disaster response, and resilience. Each domain thoroughly examines how citizen science initiatives provide practical benefits through their collaborative nature. They contribute valuable data and insights to inform decision-making processes and support sustainable development efforts. The paper also discusses the complementary relationship between citizen science and indigenous knowledge, underlining the importance of diverse perspectives in addressing environmental challenges. This paper provides a theoretical framework for understanding citizen science and its interrelationship with indigenous knowledge and tradition. It underscores the value of both traditional and scientific knowledge systems. Citizen science, with its potential to build a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable world, offers a promising approach. It instills a sense of hope and optimism in the audience, highlighting its transformative power.https://www.academia.edu/121565122/Citizen_Science_and_its_Applicability_for_Sustainability_and_a_Healthy_Planet |
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