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The publication of the winners of the third cycle of the European Union Prize for Citizen Science in 2025 significantly contributes to IMPETUS's broader objectives. The Prize showcase Europe’s role as a global leader in citizen science. By recognising and highlighting outstanding achievements in citizen science through the publication of prize winners and honorary mentions, it contributes to the field. This aligns with IMPETUS's objective of showcasing Europe’s role in citizen science. The publication and announcement of the winners strongly advocate for citizen engagement with science and research in the European Research Area. Highlighting the tremendous work and success of the projects and their impact, as well as promoting the great participation and involvement of citizens in science activities. This supports the objective of citizen engagement with science and research, a major tenet of the IMPETUS project. Moreover, the publication of the winners increases the visibility and dissemination of the European Union Prize for Citizen Science. Over three years of open calls, it has raised awareness of IMPETUS and its objectives. This should be a starting point that will help to attract more participation and submissions in future Prizes or similar initiatives in the citizen science field.
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