What is ORCID?
ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) is an open, non-profit effort to create and maintain a registry of unique researcher identifiers (that distinguish you from every other researcher) and a transparent method of linking research activities to these identifiers. An ORCID iD eliminates issues with author name ambiguity.
Why should I get an ORCID iD?
Who Should Get an ORCID iD?
Anyone can benefit from an ORCID iD, but they are especially useful if you:
- Have a name with non-Latin characters
- Have changed your name
- Go by a nickname
- Have a commonly used name
- Have published under different variations of your name
If you've published NIH, AHRQ, or CDC funded research, you will be required to get an ORCID iD.
Reasons to Get an ORCID iD
- Makes it easy for individuals, employers, and funders to recognize and discover publications authored by you.
- Ensures your research outputs are correctly attributed to you.
- ORCID iDs are recognized by many institutions, funders, and publishers.
- Increasing numbers of journal publishers require you to submit an ORCID iD when submitting a manuscript.
- Your ORCID iD can be used throughout your research career, no matter which organization you are affiliated with.
- ORCID iD numbers are searchable in PubMed. ORCID also integrates with SciENcv and eRA Commons.
- Using an ORCID iD is free and will always be free.
How do I get an ORCID iD?
Obtain an ORCID iD by filling out the brief registration form on the ORCID website.
Per ORCID's terms and conditions, you may only register for an ORCID iD for yourself.
If you need help with completing your registration, here is an explanation of the various fields on the form.
