Citizen Neuroscience
Ready to map real neurons? Here's how to earn proofreading access. The same process works for every dataset we release. Once you've done it, you won't need to redo it and can jump to any open dataset.
You'll need a laptop or desktop. The proofreading tools don't run on a phone.
Get comfortable viewing and editing neurons in the practice sandbox before you request access.
Create 7 links showing accidental mergers (mark where to cut with Multicut points) and 3 links showing accidental splits (turn on the pieces that should join). Don't actually make the edits, just annotate where they should go. Use the Share button to save a link for each.
Send us your 10 links. Click here to open an email with the subject ready to go, then paste your links in. We review them and send you personalized feedback.
Based on your submission you'll be invited to the full dataset, or asked for a few more example edits.
There's no limit on tries, so you can request access as many times as you like. If you're unsure about anything, ask the community on the forum or feel free to email us.
The complete walkthrough, including the access form.
Everything you need to nail your example edits.
Stuck on a tricky edit? Ask.