Review:
Crossref Contributorid
overall review score: 4.2
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score is between 0 and 5
The 'crossref-contributorid' is a unique identifier used within CrossRef's metadata system to distinctly identify individual contributors or authors associated with scholarly publications. It facilitates accurate linking and attribution of contributions across multiple works, enhancing metadata consistency and searchability in academic databases.
Key Features
- Unique identifier for individual contributors
- Integrates seamlessly with CrossRef's metadata infrastructure
- Enables consistent attribution across multiple publications
- Helps improve data accuracy and author disambiguation
- Supports linking of related research outputs
Pros
- Enhances author disambiguation and attribution accuracy
- Improves searchability and discoverability of an author's work
- Facilitates integration across various academic platforms
- Supports metadata normalization and management
Cons
- Requires adoption and consistent use by authors and publishers
- Limited awareness outside specialized publishing circles
- Dependent on the broader adoption of CrossRef identifiers for maximum effectiveness