HOW DOES EARTHWATCH CHOOSE ITS RESEARCH PROJECTS AND SCIENTISTS?
Scientists from all over the world are invited to submit research proposals to Earthwatch on the basis that they meet one of our four Priority Areas and contribute to Earthwatch’s wider mission. In addition, the proposed research must fully engage volunteers as research assistants. Our research team works closely with applicants to ensure that proposed research tasks are appropriate for volunteer involvement. All new research projects are subject to strict evaluations and a rigorous external peer review process. Many research subjects require sustained data collection over a number of years, and some of our research projects have been supported for several decades. Our model provides not only hard-to-come-by, long-term funding but also a dedicated workforce of enthusiastic and committed volunteers.
