Citizen science initiatives play a crucial role in democratizing scientific research, bridging the gap between the scientific community and the general public. These initiatives empower individuals to contribute to scientific data collection, analysis, and dissemination, encouraging a greater understanding and appreciation of science among laypeople. The participation of citizens in science also allows for more and more frequent collection of data that would otherwise not be possible financially and time-wise for scientists. 

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We have collaborated with citizens through various channels, including partnerships with Ciência Viva and participation in the ANERIS project, as well as through our own initiatives.

Take a peek at our guide for intertidal biodiversity HERE.

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Between 3rd May and 15th October our team will organize the bioMARatona 2025 - an initiative in which we organized several outings to the beach to mobilize the general population to contribute to science. 

This initiative is part of a bigger effort at the European level! Find out more here: https://biomarato.org/en/ 

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We use the platform MINKA to collect, store and organize biodiversity data. Join here https://minka-sdg.org/projects/biomaratona-2025

Questions about how it works? We have prepared some guides to help you both use the app and the website !

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Events:

• 11/05/2025 - Praia de Angeiras (Matosinhos) - sign-up soon 

• ​27/09/2025  - Praia Norte (Viana do Castelo) -sign-up soon

 

more dates soon!

(updated 09/04/2025)

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