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As people try to maintain social engagement during self-isolation, citizen science offers a unique opportunity. 人们在隔离期间还想努力保持社会参与度，公众科学为你提供一个独特的机会。 Defined as "public participation and collaboration in scientific research", citizen science allows everyday people to use technology to unite towards a common goal – from the comfort of their homes. And it is now offering a chance to contribute to research on the coronavirus pandemic. 公众科学的定义是“科学研究中的公众参与与合作”，普通人可以利用技术团结一致实现共同目标，在舒适的家里就可以做到。现在公众就有机会为新冠疫情研究做出贡献。 With so many of us staying home, this could help build a sense of community where we may otherwise feel helpless, or struggle with isolation. 我们很多人都待在家中，公众科学有助于建立一种社会责任感，否则我们会感觉很无助，或者觉得隔离很痛苦。 Anyone is welcome to contribute. You don't need expertise, just time and interest. Projects exist in many forms, catering to people of diverse ages, backgrounds and circumstances. Many projects offer resources and guides to help you get started, and opportunities to collaborate via online discussion forums. 任何人都可以参与进来，你不需要有专业知识，只要有时间、感兴趣就行。有很多种形式的项目，适合不同年龄段、不同背景和处境的人。很多项目提供资源和指导来帮助人们开始， 人们还有机会通过网上论坛合作。 | 
