During 2012, Research Tips has focussed on tips for managing social media research tools, the social web, and the benefits of coming together to talk about research. Read more...

Ah, the joy of Twitter. There is something wonderful about a product, application, movement - call it what you like – that shouldn't work, but it does. It's not perfect, but it's a very good drip feed of information and stories that can satisfy both the information hungry and information overloaded. Read more...

If a topic is too complex for one person to handle, bring in a panel of experts to tackle the tricky topic. Panel discussions can be a wonderful opportunity to hear some stimulating, engaging and insightful observations from panellists. Q & A panels have now taken on a new life, with their fusion of panellists responding to questions from the audience in the room, and from an online audience, coupled with direct comments on the Q&A discussion via twitter. Read more...