Short description: How researchers can (and should) develop and maintain their social networks to boost their careers. Guests: Silvia Argimón and Swaine Chen Soundbite: ThankGod Ebenezer Episode description: Scientists with an expanded network of contacts have an edge when it comes to grants, publications, awards, invitations to speak, job offers, and promotions. In this episode we will be discussing how, as a researcher you can develop and maintain your networks, and build your social capital.