Microblogging the ISMB: A New Approach to Conference Reporting
2009
Microblogging the ISMB: A New Approach to Conference Reporting
Sample size: 1600
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Neil Saunders, Pedro Beltrão, Lars Jensen, Daniel Jurczak, Roland Krause, Michael Kuhn, Shirley Wu
Conclusion
Using microblogging platforms like FriendFeed enhanced note-taking and allowed for a comprehensive coverage of the ISMB 2008 conference.
Supporting Evidence
- FriendFeed allowed users to share items and generate conversations around conference highlights.
- The use of microblogging led to a more comprehensive set of notes than a single person could take.
- Keynote talks were covered online with long comment threads, enhancing engagement.
- The conference notes served as a permanent, searchable archive.
Takeaway
Scientists used a tool called FriendFeed to share notes and ideas during a big conference, making it easier for everyone to learn from each other.
Methodology
The study involved using FriendFeed to capture and share notes from conference sessions in real time.
Limitations
The notes reflect the interests of a relatively small number of bloggers, which may not represent the entire conference.
Participant Demographics
Approximately 1,600 participants attended the conference.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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