Galaxy Zoo

Galaxy Zoo is a citizen science project where volunteers help classify images of galaxies from telescopes. By examining thousands of galaxy pictures, participants identify features like shape, size, and structure, such as whether a galaxy is spiral or elliptical. This collective effort aids astronomers in understanding galaxy formation and evolution. The project leverages the power of crowdsourcing, allowing people worldwide to contribute meaningful scientific data without needing specialized training. It has significantly expanded our knowledge of the universe by processing vast amounts of visual data through community involvement.