In this article, we would like to discuss the relationship between your ORCID iD and your researcher profiles.
ORCID provides a unique, persistent digital identifier that distinguishes researchers from each other and helps connect them with their research outputs. Therefore, it can be integrated into various systems (funders, publishers, etc) and research profiles, creating a more connected and efficient overall research system. By linking your ORCID iD to other platforms, you can ensure your work is accurately attributed and your profiles are up to date.
Some of the benefits of linking your ORCID iD to research profiles:
- It reduces ambiguity: ORCID iDs help resolve name-related issues and ensure correct attribution of research work, even with name changes or variations.
- Improves discoverability: By connecting your ORCID iD with various platforms, you enhance the discoverability of your research.
- Streamlines workflows: ORCID integrates with various research systems, including manuscript submission platforms, grant applications, and institutional repositories, making it easier to manage and share your information.
- Provides a consolidated profile: An ORCID record serves as a central hub for your research activities and affiliations.
Academic staff and researchers will be aware that Stellenbosch University has acquired the research profile system, Sympletic Elements, to accommodate SU researcher profiles, amongst other features. The integration with ORCID in Sympletic Elements is an important feature. You can link your ORCID iD to your researcher profile (Sympletic Elements), which will ensure that your publications are automatically added to your researcher profile. You can also link your publications in your researcher profile to your ORCID record, keeping your record up to date. In this way, ORCID integrations help researchers manage their online presence more effectively. Please read more on how to do this at the link below.
FAQ’s set up by Division for Research Development
Take note of the two FAQ’s on ORCID at the bottom of the list:
- How do I add my ORCID?
- Having your Elements account write your publications data to your ORCID account