The term “tracking science” is intended to widen the network of people whose contribution to science is acknowledged. But the word “citizen” can be problematic.
In The Origin of Science I address one of the great mysteries of human evolution: How did the human mind evolve the ability to develop science?
Read MoreTechnology is allowing anyone to contribute to scientific research, with implications for conservation, disease prevention and much more.
Read MoreIn 1996 we developed an Icon User Interface design for handheld computers that enabled non-literate trackers to enter complex data.
Read MoreThe art of tracking may have been the origin of science. Science may have evolved more than a hundred thousand years ago with the evolution of modern hunter-gatherers.
Read MoreThe term “citizen science” is intended to widen the network of people whose contribution to science is acknowledged. But the word “citizen” can be problematic.
Read MoreIn response to recent discussion about terminology, we propose “tracking science” as a term that is more inclusive than citizen science.
Read MoreIt was once assumed not only that rational science originated with the ancient Greek philosophic schools, but that the belief systems of prehistoric hunter-gatherers were dominated by superstitions and irrational beliefs.
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