From the night’s sky to the deepest reaches of space, the universe is a big place. Participate in astronomy projects! You’ll help us learn more – star by star and planet by planet.
Participate in Space Community Science
Click the links to learn more!
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Backyard Worlds: Cool Neighbors
Help scientists discover brown dwarfs, cool cosmic objects, by identifying moving objects in photographic flipbooks.
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Satellite Streak Watcher
Find and record satellite streaks across the night sky to monitor this form of sky pollution.
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Backyard Worlds: Planet Nine
Is there a large planet at the fringes of our solar system awaiting discovery, a world astronomers call Planet Nine? We’re looking for this planet, but we need your help!
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Globe at Night
Light pollution threatens not only our “right to starlight,” but can affect energy consumption, wildlife and health. Discover what you can do to help with this project!
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Galaxy Zoo
Look at telescope images of distant galaxies. Explore the sky. What will you find?
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Gravity Spy
Help scientists search for gravitational waves, the elusive ripples of spacetime.