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Citizen science and adjacent participatory methods are gaining interest and are increasingly encouraged by funders. However, it can be challenging to design a project that is both inclusive and scientifically rigorous, and work with participants ethically and with sensitivity.
That’s where CS Co-labs comes in. It’s a one-year project run by SEI York, creating a shared space for colleagues and others interested in using citizen science methods to access support, learn from the experience of others and explore new approaches.
If you are using citizen science methods for a research project, or thinking about the possibility, CS Co-labs can link you with experts, to help you refine your ideas or troubleshoot issues, and help you connect with peers doing similar work.
We will also set up an advisory board composed of citizen science participants, to oversee the project and ensure what we do is relevant and appropriate.
We warmly invite you to join us for the project launch. We are holding two online launch events, to cater for people in different time zones.
Wednesday 19 August 2026, 15:00 – 15:55 BST (UTC+01:00)
Thursday 20 August 2026, 10:00 – 10:55 BST (UTC+01:00)
These events are open to SEI and University of York staff and research students and the wider research community.
We’ll start with a presentation about the project, with time to ask questions. You’ll also have the opportunity to help shape our plans for delivery.
There is no requirement to attend a launch event in order to participate in the subsequent CS Co-labs clinics or discussion sessions.
Project / CS Co-labs supports researchers to use citizen science and other participatory methods to deliver high quality, inclusive, and robust sustainability research.
Feature / Use the hub to learn more about citizen science, connect with others using and developing methods, and discover resources, training and events.
Feature / Learn how citizen science methodologies can be valuable at different stages of the research process, and the benefits (and costs) of different approaches.
Past event / In this third CHILI seminar, Sarah West spoke about citizen science and its growing role in understanding the environments we live in. Watch the recording.
