Week 19: A.I. and Citizen Science

Imagine if anyone could be a scientist and contribute to understanding where ocean animals travel? It’s quickly becoming a reality. Today, data from citizen scientists is playing an important role in revealing the secrets of ocean animals.

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has partnered with engineers at Wild Me and NOAA’s Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary to pool data collected by citizen scientists. That is, basically, anyone. 

Story by NOAA