Knowledge Base

HORTUS includes a notification system to keep users informed.

Notifications alert you about:

• comments in discussions
• updates to followed items
• moderation results
• system events

They help you:

• resume work quickly
• avoid missing important updates

Favourites allow you to:

• save items for quick access
• build a personal shortlist

Applicable to:

• resources
• projects
• experts
• events

Following an item means:

• you subscribe to updates
• you receive notifications when it changes

Typical use:

• tracking projects
• monitoring resources
• following experts

A typical interaction flow:

• Discover a resource or project
• Evaluate content
• Ask a question (discussion)
• Contact user (messaging if needed)
• Follow item for updates
• Receive notifications

This creates a continuous interaction loop.

• Use discussions for content-related questions
• Use messaging for private communication
• Follow items you care about
• Regularly check notifications
• Keep communication clear and contextual

HORTUS communication tools:

• support collaboration directly inside the platform
• keep discussions tied to content
• reduce reliance on external tools

Users can:

• communicate efficiently
• stay informed
• engage with research communities