How can I share my research results on academic social platforms?

Sharing research results on academic social platforms is feasible and beneficial for increasing the visibility and impact of your work. These platforms, such as ResearchGate, Academia.edu, and specific disciplinary repositories, facilitate broad dissemination. Selection of an appropriate platform depends on your target audience and discipline norms. Ensure uploads comply with your publication agreement’s copyright and self-archiving policies. Accurately tag contributions with keywords, metadata, and DOIs to enhance discoverability. Finally, persistent sharing via these platforms, especially for preprints/postprints alongside published work, helps maximize reach while respecting embargo periods where applicable. Begin by preparing your research outputs in accessible formats (PDFs, presentation slides, data sets). Register and create a professional profile on chosen platforms. Upload items directly, attaching abstracts and related materials. Proactively disseminate via platform alerts or links in communication. Maintain visibility by responding to queries, networking, and tracking engagement metrics to measure impact and refine your sharing strategy.