A DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is a unique, permanent identifier assigned to digital objects such as scientific articles, books, data and other publications. It serves to uniquely identify them on the Internet, ensuring that they are always accessible even if the URL changes.
DOI structure
DOI consists of two parts:
- Prefix: This is a unique code that is given to the publisher or organization registering the DOI.
- Suffix: This is the code that the publisher chooses to identify a particular publication.
For example, DOI 10.1038/s41598-018-23427-w has the prefix 10.1038 (issued to Nature Publishing Group) and the suffix s41598-018-23427-w (the identifier of the specific article).
Advantages of using a DOI
- Unique identification: DOI ensures that each publication has a unique identifier that cannot be reused.
- Permanent citation: DOI is independent of a publication's URL or location, so you can always find it even if the website changes or disappears.
- Easier citation: DOIs make citing publications easier and more accurate, because they can be easily inserted into bibliographies and citation systems.
- Increased visibility: DOIs help to make publications more visible and accessible to a wider audience.
How to get a DOI
There are several ways to get a DOI for your publication:
- Through a publisher: Most scholarly journals and publishers assign DOIs to their publications. Contact the editor of the journal or publisher to see if they offer DOI services.
- Through Crossref: Crossref is a non-profit organization that manages the DOI system. https://www.crossref.org/services/content-registration/ .
- Through an institutional repository: Some universities and research institutions have their own repositories that assign DOIs to their staff's publications. Contact your institution to see if they offer this service.
Obtaining a DOI through Scientific Publications
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Benefits of obtaining a DOI through Scholarly Publishing:
- Fast and easy service: We offer a fast and easy DOI service so you can get your DOIs as soon as possible.
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