Average Joes Lab - Democratizing Research • Average Joes Lab

Our Story

Chase Dovey, Founder & Head Researcher

I founded Average Joes Lab because I saw how traditional academic pathways often limit who gets to contribute to scientific discovery. My journey is a bit unconventional: I'm entirely self-taught, with a deep love for learning that led me to explore areas such as cloud computing and now AI. I've worked as an engineer and technical educator and I've always believed that curiosity and a passion for knowledge are more important than formal credentials.

Average Joes Lab was born out of this belief and the desire to create a space where anyone, regardless of their background, can engage in meaningful research. We aim to break down the barriers that have traditionally kept brilliant minds out of the conversation and instead foster a community that values intellectual curiosity and scientific rigor above all else.

Our Mission & Values

Our mission is simple: to empower ordinary people to do extraordinary things in the world of science. We provide the tools, resources, and community support needed to explore new ideas, validate them through rigorous methods, and ultimately contribute to the advancement of human knowledge. That's the driving force behind Average Joes Lab, and I'm excited to see what we can achieve together.

Accessibility First

Research should be accessible to anyone with curiosity and dedication, regardless of their educational background or institutional affiliation.

Open by Default

All our research, methodologies, and findings are open-source and freely available to the global community.

Merit-Based

We evaluate ideas and contributions based on their quality and potential impact, not on the credentials of their authors.

Collaborative Spirit

The best research happens when diverse minds work together, bringing different perspectives and experiences to complex problems.

What We Do

Open Research Platform

Citizen-led research projects in AI, ML, and emerging technologies
Collaborative research environment where anyone can contribute
Open-source methodology with transparent processes and findings
Community-driven peer review that values merit over credentials

Research Areas

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Emerging Technologies
Open Science Methodologies
Democratized Research Tools
Citizen Science Initiatives

Community Support

Research mentorship from experienced practitioners
Collaborative project matching to connect researchers
Resource sharing including datasets, tools, and methodologies
Publication support for independent researchers

Join Our Community

Average Joes Lab is a community of independent researchers, career changers, students, professionals, and curious minds who want to contribute to human knowledge.

Ready to Start Your Research Journey?

Whether you're an experienced researcher or just getting started, there's a place for you in our community.

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