ARDC Identifier Services

We provide a range of services for research organisations to create and manage persistent identifiers (PIDs).

ARDC Identifier Services

Researchers use persistent identifiers (PIDs) to connect objects to the important context surrounding those objects, adding value to them.

The ARDC provides a range of identifier services to create and manage persistent identifiers for research data, research samples, files, documents and other digital objects.

Read on to learn more about the different identifier services we offer.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI) 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.

Handle Service

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.

International Generic Sample Number (IGSN)

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 Identifier (RAiD)

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.

Australian National PID Strategy and Roadmap

To realise the potential saving PIDs bring and drive their strategic benefit, the ARDC has begun collaboratively developing a National PID Strategy and 5-year Roadmap to accelerate research and innovation through the use of PIDs. Learn more about the Strategy and Roadmap.

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