If you need support or to interact with peers, this is the largest directory of Engineering, Research and Science Live Communities.
Open Science Framework (OSF)
Science | Forums | English | Register | Free
- Research Project Management, Data Sharing, Preregistration, Open Access Publishing, Collaboration Tools
A free, open platform to support research and enable collaboration, allowing project management, data sharing, and preprints.
- 500000
- Promotes open science practices and provides tools for managing the research lifecycle.
- More a project management and repository tool than a traditional discussion forum.
- Best for: Researchers
Protocols.io
Science | Forums | English | Register | Free
- Lab Protocols (Biology Chemistry etc.), Method Development & Optimization, Troubleshooting Experiments, Reproducibility, Open Science
An open access repository for scientific research protocols and methods, with discussion features for each protocol.
- 100000
- Excellent platform for sharing and discovering detailed experimental protocols, with Q&A on methods.
- Focused on methods and protocols. Not general scientific discussion or theory.
- Best for: scientific research
LabRoots
Science | Forums | English | Register | Freemium
- Various (depends on event: Cancer Research Neuroscience Clinical Diagnostics), Virtual Conferences, Scientific Webinars, Continuing Education, Networking
A platform hosting virtual events, webinars, and providing science news, with some social networking features for scientists.
- threaded forum discussions.
- Offers access to virtual scientific events and educational content, fostering connections.
- Primary focus is on virtual events rather than continuous
- Best for: 300000
BioSpace Community
Science | Forums | English | Public | Free
- Biotech Careers, Pharmaceutical News, Clinical Trials Updates, Life Science Funding, Company Profiles
BioSpace is a news and career site for the life sciences industry. Community interaction through article comments and job seeker resources.
- 180000
- Good resource for life science industry news and career opportunities.
- Not a traditional discussion forum; community is mainly through news comments and career sections.
- Best for: Life science professionals
GEN (Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News) Community
Science | Forums | English | Public | Free
- Bioprocessing, Drug Discovery & Development, Genomics & Proteomics, Translational Medicine, CRISPR & Gene Editing
GEN provides news and analysis on biotechnology. Community interaction occurs through comments on articles and webinars.
- 100000
- Authoritative source for news and technical information in biotechnology.
- Primarily a news and content platform; community is via comments and event Q&A.
- Best for: Biotechnology researchers
FiercePharma Community
Science | Forums | English | Public | Free
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Drug Marketing & Sales, FDA Regulations, Clinical Trials, Generics & Biosimilars
FiercePharma provides news and analysis for the pharmaceutical industry. Community via article comments.
- 160000
- Source of news and trends for the pharmaceutical sector.
- Community is via comments on news stories. Not a dedicated discussion forum.
- Best for: pharmaceutical industry
FierceBiotech Community
Science | Forums | English | Public | Free
- Biotech R&D, Pharmaceutical Development, Clinical Trials, Venture Capital in Biotech, FDA Regulation
FierceBiotech is an industry news publication for biotech and pharma. Community via article comments.
- 150000
- Provides breaking news and analysis for the biotech industry.
- Community interaction is limited to comments on news articles.
- Best for: Biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry professionals
STAT News Community
Science | Forums | English | Public | Freemium
- Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Health Policy, Medical Research, Healthcare Technology
STAT News provides in-depth coverage of health, medicine, and life sciences. Community interaction via article comments.
- 200000
- High-quality journalism in health and medicine; comments allow for some discussion.
- Not a forum for general Q&A or community problem-solving; focused on news articles.
- Best for: Healthcare professionals
The Scientist Community
Science | Forums | English | Register | Freemium
- Life Science Research, Molecular Biology, Genetics & Genomics, Neuroscience, Lab Management
Community section of The Scientist magazine, featuring discussions, webinars, and resources for life science professionals.
- 120000
- Targeted at life science researchers with news, webinars, and some discussion features.
- Full access and deeper community engagement may require registration or subscription.
- Best for: Life scientists
New Scientist – Letters/Comments
Science | Forums | English | Public | Free
- Breaking Science News, Technology Developments, Health & Medicine, Environment, Space
New Scientist offers reader letters and online comments on articles as its primary community interaction method.
- Platform to react to and discuss articles from a major science publication.
- Interaction is via letters or article comments
- Best for: various science news
Discover Magazine – Community
Science | Forums | English | Public | Free
- Science News, Health & Medicine, Mind & Brain, Technology, Space & Physics
Discover Magazine’s community interaction is mainly through comments on articles and social media.
- 800000
- Popular science articles and news with comment sections for discussion.
- Not a dedicated forum for Q&A or in-depth technical discussion; general audience focus.
- Best for: Readers of popular science
Scientific American – Community
Science | Forums | English | Public | Free
- Latest Scientific Discoveries, Health & Medicine, Technology Trends, Space Exploration, Environmental Science
Scientific American’s community engagement primarily happens through social media channels and comments on their articles.
- 2000000
- Access to reputable science journalism and the ability to comment on articles.
- Not a traditional forum; discussions are article-based and moderated.
- Best for: General public interested in science
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