How does one start a new BIOSCI newsgroup/mailing list?
BIOSCI’s goal is to promote the use of electronic communications among biologists and we are here to assist you in establishing new forums at no charge. There are currently two options – create a full newsgroup or a prototype (mailing lists only): For full-fledged BIOSCI newsgroup status (also see “prototype” rules below) Proposals for new groups must contain a statement of purpose for the group and the name of a person designated as discussion leader unless the group is in the service category such as METHODS, EMPLOYMENT, etc. Discussion leaders are responsible for ensuring that a reasonable level of activity is sustained on the newsgroup (see Newsgroup Termination Policy below). The discussion leader can also propose the creation of moderated newsgroups if he/she agrees to serve as moderator (this requires access to Usenet news software at the moderator’s site). Proposals should be sent to biosci-help@net.bio.net. When a proposal is received it will be posted on BIONEWS/bionet.announ
