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Download fileCitizens as scientists: what influences public contributions to marine research?
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posted on 2023-05-18, 23:55 authored by Martin, V, Smith, L, Bowling, A, Christidis, L, Lloyd, D, Gretta PeclGretta PeclPublic participation in science is burgeoning, yet little is known about factors that influence potential volunteers. We present results from a national survey of 1,145 marine users to uncover the drivers and barriers to a sightings based, digital marine citizen science project. Knowledge of marine species is the most significant barrier and driver for participation. Many marine users perceive that they have insufficient knowledge of marine species to contribute to the project, yet they expect to learn more about marine species if they were to participate. Contributing to scientific knowledge is also a strong driver for many marine users to participate.
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Publication title
Science CommunicationVolume
38Issue
4Pagination
495-522ISSN
1075-5470Department/School
Institute for Marine and Antarctic StudiesPublisher
Sage Publications IncPlace of publication
2455 Teller Rd, Thousand Oaks, USA, Ca, 91320Rights statement
Copyright 2016 The AuthorsRepository Status
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