Academic Social Network Site

Academic books and journals publisher Sage has launched a social networking site centred around research methods, as part of its year-long focus on the topic.

Methodspace.com went live today (26th March), although it has been beta-tested since February. Sage is expecting the site to "bring together researchers from across the academic spectrum" for advice and support, or just to discuss methodology issues and controversies.

Registered users also have access to free book chapters and journal articles, and will be told about relevant conferences and events.