The CCN Express:
a new platform for scientific exchange
In October 2002, a CCN Newsletter was initiated as a complementary tool to facilitate the exchange of scientific information, resources, and ideas among laboratories working on the biology of the CCN family of genes and proteins. Its first issue presented the objectives of the newsletter and introduced the goals and organization of Cell Communication and Signaling, both conceived as instruments to strengthen communication and collaboration within the emerging CCN research community.
A scan of the first CCN Newsletter is presented below
Although this initiative was not further developed at that time, the rapid evolution of scientific communication and the increasing need for direct exchanges within research communities provide an opportunity to reconsider this original concept. In preparation for the inaugural ARBIOCOM World Conference, the Executive Board of the International CCN Society has therefore considered renewing this communication initiative through the creation of The CCN Express, an online platform dedicated to the exchange of scientific information, perspectives, and resources within the CCN community and related fields.
In the current scientific environment, rapid dissemination of ideas, sharing of expertise, and community-driven interactions represent valuable complements to traditional scientific publications. The CCN Express is intended as an additional communication tool that complements, rather than replaces, scientific journals.
The Executive Board proposes to develop this platform as an open online forum supported by the community and dedicated to sharing research perspectives, scientific updates, educational resources, and opportunities for collaboration. To maintain scientific quality and relevance, the ICCNS Board is considering the establishment of a voluntary scientific advisory group composed of experienced researchers from the CCN and related fields. The role and organization of this group will remain open for discussion as the project develops and according to the interest expressed by the community.
Your comments and suggestions are welcome. Please direct your correspondence to ccnsociety@yahoo.com
