I’ve noticed a number of researchers on RG posting “certificates of attendance” as a research item. I must confess I have not come across such a practice before. I know that attendance at a certain number of talks or presentations is a requirement for students in some graduate programs, so I can see the point of a certificate of attendance as proof that the requirement is being satisfied. I can also see the point of such a proof of attendance for those who aren’t on the conference program but are nevertheless getting their expenses paid by others. What further purposes do such certificates serve?
There are many reasons why do we use RG, for example:
So, reason #3 looks as quite good answer, but also I agree how certificates are not research items in the proper sense of the word. Maybe we have to suggest some section under RG Info tab of our profile...
Hi guys - a certificate of attendance, one assumes, is just what it is. It merely states its case - and its outcome. Outside that context they may not mean that much for personal career gain or attention. However, in the 'publish or perish domain' - anything that looks like a publication can be an important determinant for some.
Is a marketing part. Some universities require participation in employment conferences
There is an additional aspect which is fame and love to be known and present as I have.
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