Citizen Science: An Approach to Engage the Public and Co-develop Research Questions – June 26, 2025
Session Description
June 26 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Join us on June 26, 2025 for the next session of the KT Canada Seminar Series!
Presentation title: Citizen Science: An approach to engage the public and co-develop research questions
Presenter: Dr. Codie Primeau
Moderator: Dr. Linda Li
Date: June 26, 2025
Time: 12:00-1:00pm Eastern Time
Learning Objectives – by the end of the session, the audience will be able to:
- Understand what citizen science is and how it can enhance public engagement by breaking down barriers to inclusivity in health research.
- Explain how citizen science can actively involve patients and the public in co-creating and prioritizing research driven by community priorities.
- Discuss an example of ongoing citizen science work with 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities with chronic pain and how the approach supports meaningful community participation in the full research program.
Presenter bio: Dr. Codie Primeau (he/him; il) is an Assistant Professor in the School of Physical Therapy at Western University and an Affiliate Scientist with Arthritis Research Canada. His research focuses on arthritis, pelvic health, chronic pain, and 2S/LGBTQIA+ health, with an emphasis on equity, inclusion, and patient and community engagement. He studies clinical and cost-effectiveness of physiotherapy and surgical interventions and works to improve access to affirming care. He also leads initiatives to strengthen 2S/LGBTQIA+ representation in physiotherapy education and collaborates with national and community-based organizations with the aim to enhance health outcomes for underrepresented communities.
