What is citizen science?

Citizen Science refers to when members of the public involve themselves in science projects, and is a crucial tool for advancing scientific research.

Whilst there can be many barriers which can hinder individuals engaging with science, at the Phage Collection Project we hope that we can overcome these obstacles and deliver an initiative which is centred around the public.

A colorful illustration showing ways to involve the public in phage research, including working with schools and colleges, organizing competitions and activities, engaging with patients and policymakers, producing accessible learning materials, attending outreach events, posting on social media, and collecting samples worldwide.

At the Phage Collection Project we believe science should be accessible to everyone. We are proud to have citizen scientists across the world engaging in our project, helping us to advance phage therapy research to address the antimicrobial resistance crisis.

To learn how you can get involved in our project check our ‘Get Involved’ page and visit our Portal to access our publicly accessible phage and strain repository.