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Welcome to the CUBICS Project!

Connecting Undergraduates to Biodiversity Instruction through Citizen Science (CUBICS) is a groundbreaking initiative led by Stephen Witzig at UMass Dartmouth. Funded by a generous $599,926 grant from the National Science Foundation, our mission is to engage students and the community in meaningful scientific data collection, fostering a deeper understanding of the scientific method and its impact on our local environment.

Our Mission
The CUBICS project aims to:

  • Engage Undergraduates in Biodiversity Instruction: Teach students how to collect and create their own data through citizen science, providing hands-on experience with real-world scientific methods.
  • Promote Community Involvement: Encourage community members to participate in data collection, connecting scientific endeavors with local issues.
  • Expand Educational Outreach: Extend our program to other universities across the South Coast, enhancing the reach and impact of our citizen science initiatives.

Impact and Community Benefits
By engaging in citizen science projects, students and community members can:

  • Enhance Scientific Literacy: Gain a deeper understanding of the scientific method and the importance of data in scientific research.
  • Contribute to Local Environmental Solutions: Participate in projects that address local environmental issues, such as creating pollinator gardens or advocating for reduced lawn mowing to support biodiversity.
  • Build a Stronger Connection to the Community: Work on projects that have direct, meaningful impacts on the local environment and community well-being.

Join Us!
Whether you’re a student, educator, or community member, there are many ways to get involved with the CUBICS project. Explore our website to learn more about our workshops, resources, and how you can participate in our citizen science initiatives.

This work is supported by NSF DUE-IUSE project #2235489. The opinions, findings, and conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.