ARDC Identifier Services

We deliver Digital Object Identifier (DOI) services as a member of the global DataCite initiative.

DOI is used to identify research data and provide a persistent link to its location on the internet.

We use the Handle system to create persistent identifiers for situations where a DOI is not appropriate or unable to be created. This service is available cost-free for Australian organisations and individuals creating, using or curating publicly available research data.

An International Generic Sample Number (IGSN) provides unambiguous globally unique persistent identifiers for physical samples. The IGSN system facilitates the location, identification and citation of physical samples used in research.

Research Activity Identifiers (RAiD) are for research projects and activities. It is persistent and connects together existing persistent identifiers PIDs for researchers, institutions, outputs and tools, creating a timeline of research activity. Using RaID makes connecting digital infrastructure, reporting on impact and establishing data provenance clear and easy.