Citizen Science: How Ordinary People Are Changing the Face of Discovery

Think you need a degree in science to contribute to important scientific discoveries? Think again. All around the world, in fields ranging from astronomy to zoology, millions of everyday people are choosing to participate in the scientific process. Working in cooperation with scientists in pursuit of information, innovation, and dis­covery, these volunteers are following protocols, collect­ing and reviewing data, and sharing their observations. They are our neighbors, our in-laws, and peopl...