What is a DOI and how do I locate them?
A DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is a unique alphanumeric string assigned to digital content, such as journal articles, books, book chapters or datasets. It serves as a permanent, persistent link to the content's location on the internet. DOIs are important for accurate referencing and linking to scholarly publications.
A typical DOI looks like this: 10.1080/14693062.2020.1798888
When citing or linking to content with a DOI, it's often presented in URL format:
https://doi.org/10.1080/14693062.2020.1798888
To find a DOI:
- Look on the first page of the article or on the online abstract page;
- Check the article's citation information;
- Search for the article on CrossRef using the title or other details.
Not all publications have DOIs, particularly older articles or those from smaller publishers. If there is no DOI, use the URL of the resource.
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