Science Communications
World Wide, e.V. (SCW)
Introduction
World-Wide.org, in association with its parent organization, Science Communication World Wide, e.V. (SCW), aims to reshape global scientific communication by promoting seamless knowledge flow across fields and universal access to modern audiovisual means.
Discover the vision and mission that drive us:
- Our Journey - The path we've taken to reach where we are today.
- Our Mission - The core principles and goals that guide our actions.
Organizational Evolution
Not-For-Profit Incorporation
In 2022, we incorporated into a non-profit organization, SCW, allowing us to better align our activities with our core mission. This transition undrscores our steadfast commitment to strengthening the impact of online scientific discourse. Our non-profit status allows us to champion the cause of open access, creating a vibrant community where knowledge sharing is not hindered by institutional / geographical barrier. It also enables us to manage our finances in a sustainable manner, primarily through grants and sponsorships.
DOI Registration
In a strategic move to elevate the stature of multimedia sci-comm we joined the DataCite Consortium. This enables us to register DOIs for both short and long-form audiovisual scientific content, thereby extending their longevity and solidifying their status as legitimate / citable academic resources.
Broadening Horizons with Partnerships
Our collaborations with esteemed conferences like Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS), Computational and Systems Neuroscience (COSYNE), British Neuroscience Association (BNA), and Neuromatch, have allowed us to extend our reach and influence. These partnerships enable us to provide a range of semantic & multimedia services, reinforcing our position as innovators in the realm of online scientific discourse.
Our Scientific Content
world-wide.org serves as a vibrant hub for a wide array of scientific content. Our platform is designed to promote global accessibility to cutting-edge research and discourse:
- Online Seminars: Our platform hosts a variety of online seminars that are curated by scientific hosts from around the globe. These seminars span a broad spectrum of scientific topics, providing a platform for researchers to share their work and engage in meaningful conversations with their peers worldwide.
- Conference Talks: Through our partnerships with esteemed conferences, we amplify the reach of significant scientific findings. This collaboration allows researchers to share their latest discoveries with a global audience, democratizing access to the latest advancements in various scientific fields.
- E-Posters: We provide an innovative platform for detailed and visually engaging research presentations. E-Posters offer an interactive and accessible format for researchers to showcase their work.
- Job Listings: Recognizing the importance of career advancement in science, we provide a platform for job postings in various scientific fields, connecting employers and job seekers in the scientific community.
Partner Services & Solutions
Leveraging our expertise in utilizing technology for scientific communication, we offer a suite of specialized services and software solutions. These services, available on a contract basis to external partners, are designed to enhance scientific communication and engagement:
For Conferences
Conferences are essential for facilitating scientific discourse and collaboration. However, organizing and managing conference content can be a daunting task, especially for large-scale events. We provide robust solutions to address these challenges:
- Thematic Grouping / Sessioning: Our automated abstract distribution system organizes conference abstracts into thematically coherent sessions. The system uses advanced machine learning techniques to analyze abstracts, enabling it to handle high volumes of submissions typical of large conferences.
- Spatial Poster Organization: We enhance the conference experience by grouping posters based on semantic relationships. This intuitive organization facilitates intellectual exchanges around similar topics and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration.
For Journals
Journals play a critical role in disseminating scientific knowledge. Yet they face challenges in organizing, categorizing, and retrieving content from their ever-growing knowledge bases. To address these issues, we offer sophisticated solutions for:
- Emerging Topic Identification: Through cutting-edge Natural Language Processing & Understanding tools, we help journals pinpoint emerging trends within their newest articles, enabling them to stay ahead of the scientific curve.
- Optimized Content Retrieval: Leveraging our sophisticated semantic and machine learning algorithms, we streamline the process of article navigation and discovery, facilitating a more intuitive search experience for readers in line with their research interests.
For Both Conferences and Journals:
We also offer a range of services that are applicable to both conferences and journals:
- Autogenerated Summaries: Our technology generates clear and concise summaries of conference and journal content, aiding in session navigation and content understanding.
- Keyword Extraction: We leverage advanced natural language processing (NLP) techniques to provide keyword extraction services. This enhances content categorization and discoverability, making it easier for users to find relevant content.
- Topic Page Curation: We assist in curating comprehensive, relevant, and up-to-date topic pages. Our curated pages serve as one-stop resources for users seeking information on specific topics.
- Smart Recommendations: Our platform uses AI to provide personalized content recommendations. This enhances user experience and engagement, ensuring users can discover content that aligns with their interests and research needs.
- AI Insights: We provide AI-powered insights, helping users understand and navigate the offered content, whether they are seminars, conference talks, e-posters, or journal articles.
- Integration with Jobs: We recommend jobs based on the semantic content of conference talks, posters, and journal articles, sourcing from our job board. This unique feature helps users discover relevant career opportunities based on their areas of interest or expertise.
Financial Overview
Our current budget stands at €80,000, primarily supported by esteemed funders who align with our vision, including the Simons Foundation, Kavli Foundation, Lundbeck Foundation, Bernstein Network, eLife, Company of Biologists, PLOS Biology, FENS KAVLI Network of Excellence, and PhenoSys. We are actively seeking additional sponsorships.
Join Us
We invite you to join us in this journey and look forward to your insights on enhancing global scientific communication. Please reach out anytime to discuss engagements. Together, let's sculpt the future of global scientific communication.