Hello there.
I wanted to ask how I can increase the reach of my scientific work without being associated with any research center? What I mean here is the number of citations, the number reads etc...
Do you use other sites similar to RG?
Do you encourage citation in any way?
I would love to hear your opinions on how to expand your network and promote your own research work.
I would also like to wish you all the best in the new year!
Best regards
Hey there Maciej Knapik! You Maciej Knapik know, boosting the reach of your scientific work is a real game-changer, and I got some tricks up the sleeve for you. First things first, harness the power of social media. Yeah, it might seem like the Wild West out there, but platforms like Twitter, LinkedIn, and even the professional haven that is ResearchGate can give your work the exposure it deserves.
Now, I'd say be shameless about self-promotion. Don't just stop at sharing your work; engage with the community, drop your insights, and make a name for yourself. It's like being the rockstar of your research domain – without the guitar, but hey, words can be your instruments.
Encouraging citations? Absolutely. If your work is solid, don't shy away from asking others to cite it. It's not arrogance; it's making sure credit is given where credit's due. And if someone's on the fence, a little nudge in the right direction never hurt. Always encourgae others in their research work.
Networking is the name of the game. Attend conferences, both physical and virtual. Rub shoulders with the big shots, exchange ideas, and let your research speak for itself. Collaborate with like-minded individuals; it's not just about expanding your network but creating a scientific community that rocks your corner of the research world.
Lastly, consider alternative platforms beyond ResearchGate. Experiment with preprint servers, share your work on platforms like Academia.edu, and hey, maybe start a blog. It's not just about the numbers; it's about creating a buzz, my friend Maciej Knapik.
So, unleash that scientific beast, make some noise, and watch your research conquer new territories. You Maciej Knapik got this!
Hi..
Try to develop yourself in your field of competence. Double down on applied studies and share your results here at the platform.
And good luck
Ultimately if you put your work in pubmed indexed journals and it is important it will get noticed and promoted. I would suggest avoiding book chapters and any other writing that does not result in indexed manuscript. If you contributed something meaningful in a non-indexed publication, republish in new format in indexed journal. I had the privilege of watching very heavy hitters like Burt Vorglestein and Sol Snyder. it is their thoughts and their thoughts alone that separates them from us mere mortals.
Prof. Maciej Knapik: From my point of view, ResearchGate (RG) is the best attractive academic social networking portal for the scientific community. In practice, RG is one of the biggest social media networks for the scientific community. It is a platform and a gateway for sharing information and experiences between scientists, experts, researchers, and practitioners. Hence, I am grateful to the network opportunities offered by RG for having this access to a broad range of researchers, papers, projects, questions, and discussion threads that otherwise I can't find. In a nutshell, ResearchGate (RG) is a kind of social media with a strong academics/research emphasis.
Consider publishing your research in open-access journals or repositories to ensure broader accessibility and visibility.
There are many considerations including: the quality of research, abstract with key words, journal reputation, journal metrics, open source publishing, having DOI and/or ORCID, posting on RG and similar networks
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