{"id":658,"date":"2026-10-09T10:01:09","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T07:01:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille-staging\/?page_id=658"},"modified":"2026-10-13T15:28:05","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T12:28:05","slug":"for-citizen-scientist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/en\/for-citizen-scientist\/","title":{"rendered":"For citizen scientist"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id658_1cfac5-22 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:center;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id658_1cfac5-22 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:center;}.kb-row-layout-id658_1cfac5-22 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:var( --global-content-width, 1440px );padding-left:var(--global-content-edge-padding);padding-right:var(--global-content-edge-padding);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:wrap;justify-content:flex-start;justify-content:flex-start;}.kadence-column658_fa479d-b4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > *, .kadence-column658_fa479d-b4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-image, .kadence-column658_fa479d-b4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > figure.wp-block-kadence-image{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kadence-column658_fa479d-b4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image-is-ratio-size{flex-grow:1;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column658_fa479d-b4 kb-section-dir-horizontal\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The role of citizen scientists as members of the citizen research panel is to act as partners to researchers. 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style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane658_ca3c50-f2\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Who can join the panel?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are interested in science and research, curious to learn new things, or eager to try out new ideas, you are the person we are looking for! The most important requirement for joining the citizen research panel is your own interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Panelists choose for themselves which tasks they wish to participate in. Joining the panel does not obligate you to take part in all tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To join the panel, you must be at least 15 years old and reside in the operational area of the University of Turku, which includes Southwest Finland or Satakunta. Currently, the citizen research panel operates only in Finnish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No prior knowledge or skills are required to join the citizen research panel. Training for the tasks will be provided, and you can read more about it <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/en\/koulutus\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/en\/koulutus\/\">here.<\/a> The training for citizens is only available in Finnish.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane658_f79c98-99\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How can I get involved?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Registration for participants in the citizen research panel is open! You can visit<a href=\"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/en\/koulutus\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/en\/koulutus\/\"> this page<\/a> to get detailed information about the panel activities through online training, after which you can choose to join the panel. The training for citizens is only available in Finnish.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane658_d498dc-a0\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Citizen research panel training for citizen scientists?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short online training package is being prepared for those interested in joining the panel. This orientation can be completed independently at any time that suits you. The training includes video and text materials and takes approximately one hour to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can access the training <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/en\/koulutus\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/koulutus\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The training ensures that all participants have the basic knowledge and skills needed to engage in the panel. It covers topics such as the goals of the panel, how it operates, and why the contributions of participants are valuable. Additionally, the training introduces the panel\u2019s practical online working methods and provides participants with the necessary information to take part. This ensures equal knowledge for everyone, regardless of background or prior experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The training supports the smooth functioning of the panel and promotes equitable participation. Time invested in the training makes participation in the panel more effective and enjoyable for everyone, while also enhancing the quality of the research.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"672\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1608\/2026\/09\/How-to-become-a-citizen-scientist-1024x672.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-262 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1608\/2026\/09\/How-to-become-a-citizen-scientist-1024x672.png 1024w, https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1608\/2026\/09\/How-to-become-a-citizen-scientist-300x197.png 300w, https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1608\/2026\/09\/How-to-become-a-citizen-scientist-768x504.png 768w, https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1608\/2026\/09\/How-to-become-a-citizen-scientist-168x110.png 168w, https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1608\/2026\/09\/How-to-become-a-citizen-scientist-190x125.png 190w, https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/tiede-kuuluu-kaikille\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1608\/2026\/09\/How-to-become-a-citizen-scientist.png 1132w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Beginner\u2019s Guide by the Federation of Finnish Learned Societies is a great starting point for anyone interested in citizen science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/zenodo.org\/records\/14025248\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Become a Citizen Scientist? 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