The Community Computing Consortium (CCC) is engaging in a new visioning activity to craft a research agenda focused on how human-computer collaborations can solve some of the most pressing scientific problems through citizen science, crowdsourcing, and community-engaged science. 

We are excited to announce a visioning workshop titled “Grand Challenges for the Convergence of Computational and Citizen Science Research.” The workshop will take place in Washington, DC, from April 8 to 9, 2025, with an opening dinner on April 7. 

The workshop will cover several key focus areas including Human-Computer Teaming, Computational Citizen Science, Citizen Science Data Cyberinfrastructure, the development of affordable sensors for citizen science, and the ethical and social implications of integrating AI with citizen science. The outcomes from this workshop are expected to guide future research agendas and influence government and federal institutions.

Interested participants should apply by October 9. For in-person attendance, applicants need to submit an extended abstract (500-1000 words) outlining their current research or significant questions related to the workshop’s focus areas. While abstracts are necessary for in-person participation, they are not required for virtual sessions. The workshop aims to achieve broad representation, considering factors like demographics, expertise, career stage, and geography.

For more information on traveling and application requirements, visit our Open Calls for Participation page. Apply here for the in-person workshop and virtual discussions.

We look forward to your submission and hope to see you in Washington, DC in April 2025.