The pickLink checked Oct 9
Zooniverse
zooniverse.orgHelp real research by classifying photos and data
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That one website that lets you help real scientists from your couch
Why it's the pick
Zooniverse lets anyone help real research by doing small tasks like spotting animals in camera-trap photos, classifying galaxies or transcribing old handwriting. Free, and you can start classifying without an account. SciStarter lists citizen-science projects, including ones you can do outdoors where you live.
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