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ORCID at Brandeis University

This guide is intended for faculty and student researchers. It contains information about the Open Researcher and Contributor iD (ORCiD) registry, including how to get, use, and connect your ORCiD.

Get an ORCiD

ORCiD ID LogoDistinguish Yourself in Three Easy Steps

ORCiD provides a persistent digital identifier that distinguishes you from every other researcher and, through integration in key research workflows such as manuscript and grant submission, supports automated linkages between you and your professional activities ensuring that your work is recognized.

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Step 1 - Register

1. Get Your Unique ORCID Identifier

Register now! Registration takes 30 seconds. Verify your email account and you're ready to get started using ORCID.

Step 2 - Add your Information

2. Enhance Your ORCID Record

Add your professional information and link to your other identifiers (Scopus, ResearcherID, LinkedIn). Connect with CrossRef, DataCite, Publons, and more! Add publication data to your ORCID record by using the Search and Link Wizard, importing your citations as a BibTeX file, or entering them manually.

Step 3 - Use your ORCiD

3. Use Your ORCID iD

Include your ORCID identifier on your Webpage, in your email signature, when you submit to publications or apply for grants, and in any research workflow to ensure you get credit for your work.