Why a research blog?

I am starting this blog to share my thoughts on research. As a professor in a university in Australia I spend most of my days engaged in research activities. This includes, setting up research projects, applying for funding, writing journal and conference papers, reviewing papers, networking with academics, editing a journal and writing books. I like research even though at times some of the processses are frustrating.

I thought a blog would be a way of compiling my research thoughts and experiences that may eventually go into a book. I also thought that I could find out what others think about research issues and engage in a dialogue beyond the staffroom at my university.

I guess that's it! Think of this blog as a virtual staffroom where researchers chat about research issues and exchange thoughts and perceptions.