MicroBinfie Podcast, 66 Scholarly Communications for Bioinformaticians

Released on November 18, 2021

Improving Communication in Bioinformatics

Have you ever read a paper and wondered why the author buried their key result on page 39 of a 50-page paper? Bioinformaticians often struggle with effectively communicating their findings to a broader audience. This article discusses ways to enhance communication specifically for bioinformaticians.

Key Topics

1. Online Presence & Scholarly Communications for Bioinformatics

   • Utilizing platforms like Google Scholar and Scopus
   • Effective marketing to peers
   • Importance of organization websites

2. Managing Your Publication Record

   • Leveraging citation metrics and collaborating with librarians

3. Peer Review and Social Media

   • Engaging in peer review
   • Using platforms such as Twitter and blogs

4. Building a Personal Webpage

   • Using GitHub for personal webpages
   • Steps to sign up for GitHub and seek help if needed

5. Citation and Name Recognition

   • Making your code public as you develop it
   • Including links in your email signature
   • Self-promoting at the end of slides

6. For Beginners

   • Tips for starting out in scholarly communication

Useful Links

• How to Pronounce ORCID: ORCID Pronunciation Guide
• Phil Ashton's Blog: Bits and Bugs
• Publons: Publons Overview

Improving communication can lead to better recognition and collaboration within the scientific community, especially in technical fields like bioinformatics. Consider these tips to enhance your scholarly outreach.

Episode 66 transcript