CitizenScience@NYU

Science is for Everyone

Science aims to make our lives better and to better understand the world around us. CitizenScience@NYU is an online venue where everyone can participate in this collective goal. Take part in research studies, help scientists analyze data and patterns, and read about the latest science findings from NYU. All you need to bring is your computer, an internet connection, and your curiosity about science.

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Participate in the science of tomorrow

Science is for everyone. Citizen Science @ NYU is a platform helping everyone participate in the science process.

Paid and Volunteer Opportunities

Get paid for your time and skills, or volunteer for a cause you care about.

Learn about yourself

Get feedback about your performance and progress. Compare your results with others.

Learn about science

Received updated information when your data or projects are published. Read the lastest research and news in science.

Control your data

You maintain control over your data and can opt in and out of projects at any time prior to analysis.

Your humanity is valuable

In the age of AI, data from humans is more valuable than ever for solving our toughest problems.

Make a difference

As goverment funding for science declines, citizen science is becoming more important than ever.

How does it work?

The process is simple. Search for projects, participate, and learn about the latest science findings.

Search for available projects

Search for projects by topic, type (paid or volunteer), or keyword. Current projects focus on topics like Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive and Psychological Science, Neuroscience, Climate Change, Data Science, Developmental Science.

Participate in a project

Participate in a project by completing tasks and submitting data. Some tasks are simple forms or video games while others might request you go do things in the world using your phone.

Learn about science and yourself

Receive emails and other links from researchers as their projects progress. Find out how your data contributed to scientific papers. See how you did and compare your performance to the average person.

Example projects

Available paid and volunteer opportunities across many disciplines including research on Artificial Intelligence, Human Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction, Climate Change, and more.