. Why we need twitter. Assistenza infermieristica e ricerca will shortly be available also on twitter. Twitter is a valuable science communication and marketing tool for academic journals to increase web-based visibility, promote research, and translate science to lay and scientific audiences. Medical journals use Twitter to engage and disseminate their research articles and implement a range of strategies to maximize reach and impact. The first benefit of using Twitter derives very simply from the ability to follow the flow of information originated from credible sources. First and foremost, from the the major magazines in one's field of interest. The use of Twitter may help to delve into areas close though not strictly related to nursing, thus broadening one's perspective. Some advice and warn on for use are proposed.