I've been working to create an online platform (igor.wikidot.com) to make it easier for members of the public to do original research. There is plenty of good science that can be done with few resources, and many amateur scientists have the skills to build complex devices. If people could connect and share their ideas, skills, and resources, a group of amateur scientists could do quite sophisticated research without the backing of a formal institution. By getting feedback from each other, and from professional scientists, people could gain the benefits of others' experience.
The site is a wiki-style site, so members can post new project ideas, or add new data, ideas, or analyses to existing projects. Members can also start and modify articles providing information about techniques and other advice. There is also a list of scientists willing to answer site members' questions (if you are a professional scientist, consider adding your name to the list).
If you love science, please consider joining to help to build a new science community.
Sunday, September 22, 2013
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