How ordinary people are reshaping scientific discovery and challenging traditional expertise
When Science Belongs to Everyone by Noemi Crescentini offers a sharp and timely look at the rise of citizen science—the growing involvement of ordinary people in scientific research. Written with clarity and sociological insight, the book highlights both the promise and the complications of opening scientific practice to the public. Crescentini shows how citizen science can democratize knowledge, expand participation, and foster innovation, while also exposing tensions around data quality, expertise, and inclusion. The result is a concise and compelling portrait of a scientific landscape in transformation. A valuable read for anyone interested in how science is changing—and who gets to take part in it
