Welcome to the researcher profiles guide

In today’s academic and professional landscape, maintaining a strong researcher profile is essential. Researcher profile systems allow you to create and curate an online presence that captures your publications, achievements, and expertise. They can also provide metrics that measure your reach and impact within your field. This guide is designed to introduce you to various tools and platforms that help researchers showcase their work, connect with collaborators, and track their impact.

How to use this guide

Use the tabs along the top of this guide to:

• Learn about popular platforms like ORCID.
• Discover tips for setting up and optimizing your profiles.
• Explore ways to track citations and other scholarly metrics.
• Understand how to choose the platform(s) that best suits your needs.

About this guide

This guide reuses and modifies content from Utah State University's ORCID Libguide (CC-BY-NC 4.0).