Turing’s Sunflowers: Public research and the role of museums

Jonathan Bowen

doi:10.14236/ewic/eva2020.5

Turing’s Sunflowers: Public research and the role of museums

Jonathan Bowen

Chemical and Energy Engineering

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In recent years, public engagement in museums is increasingly being influenced by the paradigm of “citizen science”, that is, active participation in research teams by members of the general public with no formal training in the field of research concerned. This paper provides an overview of citizen science approaches which museums can deploy using online platforms, digital tools and apps. It also aims to highlight challenges and innovations, as well as possible opportunities for cultural organisations to include public participation in research and knowledge creation.

Original language	English
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.14236/ewic/eva2020.5
Publication status	Published - 6 Jul 2020
Event	EVA London 2020 - Duration: 7 Jun 2020 → …

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Conference	EVA London 2020
Period	7/06/20 → …

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