Protocols.io: Virtual Communities for Protocol Development and Discussion

PLoS Biol. 2016 Aug 22;14(8):e1002538. doi: 10.1371/journal.pbio.1002538. eCollection 2016 Aug.

Abstract

The detailed know-how to implement research protocols frequently remains restricted to the research group that developed the method or technology. This knowledge often exists at a level that is too detailed for inclusion in the methods section of scientific articles. Consequently, methods are not easily reproduced, leading to a loss of time and effort by other researchers. The challenge is to develop a method-centered collaborative platform to connect with fellow researchers and discover state-of-the-art knowledge. Protocols.io is an open-access platform for detailing, sharing, and discussing molecular and computational protocols that can be useful before, during, and after publication of research results.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Biomedical Research / methods*
  • Cell Phone
  • Computer-Assisted Instruction / methods*
  • Cooperative Behavior
  • Humans
  • Information Dissemination / methods*
  • Internet
  • Research Design*
  • Research Personnel*

Grants and funding

1. Gordon Betty Moore Foundation GBMF4733 https://www.moore.org/grant-detail?grantId=GBMF4733 2. The funders had no role in study design, data collection and analysis, decision to publish, or preparation of the manuscript.