Become a Citizen Scientist

Hearts in the Ice, co-led by Sunniva exemplifies the impactful role of citizen science in climate research and community engagement

During their 19 month overwintering expedition in Svalbard, they collected critical data on weather patterns, sea ice, phytoplankton, and polar wildlife, significantly contributing to scientific understanding of Arctic climate change. Their efforts have been recognized by experts in the field. 

Børge Damsgård, Director of the University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS), stated: "Hearts In The Ice is more than just a project, more than just two brave women overwintering alone through a polar winter. It is a model for how scientists, industry partners, explorers, artists, and other stakeholders can come together to focus on climate change in the polar regions.”

Explore the expanded list of Citizen Science apps that allow you to contribute to scientific research while engaging with the natural world.

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Citizen Science apps that allow you to contribute to scientific research while engaging with the natural world

  • Logo with green mountain graphic surrounded by the words "Adventure Enthusiasts" in green text.

    Adventure Scientists

    Collect data in remote and challenging environments to support critical research projects on biodiversity, water quality, and climate change.

    Adventure Scientists
  • Red toy dinosaur with teal stripes and long neck on a black background.

    Aurorasaurus

    Report sightings of auroras (Northern and Southern Lights) to help scientists study and predict space weather.

    Aurorasaurus
  • A circular logo with a blue background featuring a cartoon whale and the words 'happyhake' above it.

    Happy Whale

    Upload whale photos to contribute to global whale tracking and research projects.

    Happy Whale
  • A turtle with a dark blue shell and light green limbs and head on a beige background.

    Marine Debris Tracker

    Track and map plastic pollution and other debris to aid in marine conservation efforts.

    Marine Debris
  • Logo with a magnifying glass over a globe, with the word 'GLOBE' beneath.

    NASA Globe Observer

    Record observations of clouds, land cover, and mosquito habitats to support NASA’s environmental research.

    NASA
  • Green dove logo with stylized wings

    iNaturalist

    Identify and log plants, animals, and fungi in your area to help researchers monitor biodiversity.

    iNaturalist
  • Logo of eBird with the word 'eBird' in black and green letters.

    eBird

    Report bird sightings and contribute to the world’s largest biodiversity-related citizen science project.

    eBird
  • Logo with a blue circle background and the words 'Sci Starter' in orange and green text.

    Project Squirrel

    Observe and report squirrel activity in your area to help scientists track urban wildlife populations.

    Project Squirrel
  • A stylized compass logo on a teal background.

    Zooniverse

    Participate in a variety of online citizen science projects, from classifying galaxies to tracking animal migrations.

    Zooniverse

An epic Expedition. Hearts in the Ice co - Author Sunniva Sorby

An adventure-filled historic account of the first women to overwinter in Svalbard. Read about Hilde and Sunniva’s epic expedition to inspire and engage action around climate change.

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