Ahead of the Game with Arts & Letters: "Citizen Science Meets Science Fiction: Encouraging Gamers to Engage with Research"

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Location: LaBar Recital Hall within O'Neill Hall

A different game plan for autumn weekends. You are invited to join in discussion with Notre Dame’s most engaging faculty on some of the most pressing and fascinating issues of our times. Each lecture and Q&A is presented on a home game Friday. Visit Ahead of the Game for a complete listing.

Ranjodh Singh Dhaliwal
Ruth and Paul Idzik Assistant Professor in Digital Scholarship and English

Over the last decade, the field of citizen science—involving nonscientists in gathering data and generating knowledge—has produced a number of video games that serve as portals to innovative research projects. By incorporating science fiction narratives into games like Foldit, experts in digital humanities are driving greater participation while also encouraging reflection on science, technology, and civic values.  

All lectures are free and open to the public. No tickets required.