Protocols.io
Overview
Protocols.io is an open-access repository for science methods that enables researchers to share, discover, and discuss detailed experimental protocols. It provides a collaborative platform for protocol development with version control, making methods more reproducible and accessible.
Key Features
- Step-by-Step Protocols: Detailed experimental procedures with materials, equipment, and timing
- Version Control: Track changes and improvements to protocols over time
- Collaborative Editing: Work with team members to develop and refine protocols
- Protocol Collections: Organize related protocols into workflows
- Rich Media Support: Include images, videos, and interactive elements
- DOI Assignment: Make protocols citable with unique identifiers
- Integration: Connect protocols to publications and data repositories
Use Cases in Research
- Sharing detailed experimental methods with collaborators
- Publishing reproducible protocols alongside papers
- Finding validated protocols for specific techniques
- Documenting and standardizing lab procedures
- Training new lab members with consistent methods
- Ensuring method reproducibility across studies
Getting Started
Visit protocols.io to browse public protocols or create an account to share your own methods.