5. Access information available on scientific networks

To access information available on scientific networks :

• use tags, a collaborative indexing system that is a constant on sharing platforms and social networks (folksonomy), or hashtags on Twitter ;

• use the platforms' search tools ;

• ask questions directly to the community;

• use social networks to take part in remote symposia, when they offer the possibility;

• exploit real-time information, which is the hallmark of social web devices;

• subscribe to RSS feeds, which allow you to follow the evolution and updating of a library of references, bookmarks, tweets and blog posts.

You'll be able to detect research trends, find out about publications...