Synthesis and Assembly of Virtual Collaborations.

Area of Science:

• Environmental science
• Sociology of science
• Information science

Background:

• The COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered the landscape for academics and society.
• This global event necessitated a reevaluation of scientific research methodologies and collaboration.

Purpose of the Study:

• To raise awareness of virtual resources and activities supporting scientific discovery.
• To promote responsible, safe, and efficient collaborative research practices in a virtual environment.

Main Methods:

• Review and synthesis of existing virtual tools and platforms.
• Identification of best practices for online scientific collaboration.

Main Results:

• A curated list of virtual resources enabling scientific discovery.
• Guidelines for implementing safe and efficient collaborative research practices.

Conclusions:

• Virtual toolboxes are essential for modern scientific discovery.
• Adoption of these resources supports responsible and effective global scientific collaboration.