DOI & ORCID

Digital Object Identifier (DOI) & Open Researcher and Contributor ID (ORCID)

The University of Zawia Journal of Natural Sciences utilizes both DOI and ORCID systems to enhance research discoverability, ensure proper attribution, and maintain the integrity of scholarly communication.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

What is a DOI?

A Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is a unique alphanumeric string assigned to identify content and provide a persistent link to its location on the internet.

DOI Format

Example: 10.26629/uzjns.20YY.XX
Prefix: 10.26629 (Identifier for our journal)
Suffix: uzjns.20YY.XX (Unique article identifier)

https://doi.org/10.26629/uzjns

Benefits of DOI

Permanent Link

DOIs provide persistent links that never break, even if the content moves

Easy Citation

Simplifies referencing and ensures accurate citation metrics

Discoverability

Enhances searchability across academic databases and search engines

Our DOI Policy

All articles published in the University of Zawia Journal of Natural Sciences receive a DOI upon publication. The DOI is registered with Crossref, making your research globally discoverable and citable.

Open Researcher and Contributor ID (ORCID)

What is ORCID?

ORCID provides a persistent digital identifier that distinguishes you from every other researcher and supports automated linkages between you and your professional activities.

ORCID Format

Example: 0000-0002-1825-0097
Format: XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX (16-digit number)
Lifetime identifier that stays with you throughout your career

Why ORCID is Important

Name Disambiguation

Eliminates name confusion and ensures proper attribution of your work

Time Saving

Reduces repetitive data entry in manuscript submission systems

Research Visibility

Connects your research outputs across platforms and throughout your career

Our ORCID Policy

We strongly ask all authors to provide their ORCID iD during manuscript submission (to be included in the article). ORCID helps ensure proper attribution and improves the accuracy of scholarly communications.

DOI & ORCID Integration

For Authors

  • Register for a free ORCID iD at orcid.org
  • Include your ORCID iD in your manuscript submission
  • Your published article will receive a permanent DOI
  • The publication will be automatically added to your ORCID record

For Readers

  • Use DOIs for accurate and permanent article references
  • Follow author ORCIDs to discover related research
  • DOIs ensure you always access the correct version of articles
  • ORCID helps track authors' complete publication history

How to Get Your ORCID & DOI

1

Register for ORCID

Visit orcid.org and create your free ORCID account in minutes

2

Submit Manuscript

Include your ORCID iD when submitting to our journal

3

Article Acceptance

Upon publication, your article receives a permanent DOI

4

Automatic Update

Publication is automatically added to your ORCID record

Questions About DOI or ORCID?

For assistance with DOI, ORCID integration, or any related inquiries, please contact:

Editorial Office, University of Zawia Journal of Natural Sciences
jns@zu.edu.ly

Response time: 1–5 business days

University of Zawia Journal of Natural Sciences | DOI & ORCID Information

Last updated: January 2024