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Leveraging social networks for online scientists

Author: Marie-Laure MALINGRE

Publication date: November 10, 2012 | Lire en français

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1. Why take an interest in social networking on the Internet

Social networks have become a central phenomenon, and much thought has been given to their existence and role.

1.1 The notion of a social network

A social network can be defined as "a set of social units and the relationships they maintain with one another [...]. These social units may be individuals, informal groups of individuals or more formal organizations, such as associations, companies or even countries" (P. Mercklé, La Sociologie des réseaux sociaux , 2011).

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1.2 Social networks in the context...

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