Quantitative wood anatomy (QWA) is a dynamic research approach of increasing interest that can provide answers to a wide range of research questions across different disciplines. However, the lack of common protocols and knowledge gaps hinder the realisation of the full potential of QWA. Therefore, we established the new community-based network Q-NET to provide an open interdisciplinary platform for exchange and research around QWA. Q-NET (https://qwa-net.com) combines an online knowledge and exchange base with virtual workshops. The first two workshops each attracted more than 125 participants from around the world, demonstrating the community's interest in QWA and this virtual way of networking and collaborating. Indeed, virtual networks such as Q-NET could increase the inclusiveness, efficiency and sustainability of scientific collaboration while providing additional training and teaching opportunities for early career scientists, both of which complement in-person conferences and workshops.

定量木材解剖学 (QWA) 是一种越来越受关注的动态研究方法，可以为不同学科的广泛研究问题提供答案。然而，缺乏通用协议和知识差距阻碍了 QWA 全部潜力的实现。因此，我们建立了新的基于社区的网络 Q-NET，为围绕 QWA 的交流和研究提供一个开放的跨学科平台。Q-NET (https://qwa-net.com) 将在线知识和交流基地与虚拟研讨会相结合。前两场研讨会均吸引了来自世界各地的超过 125 名参与者，展示了社区对 QWA 以及这种网络和协作的虚拟方式的兴趣。事实上，像 Q-NET 这样的虚拟网络可以增加包容性，