Portugal leads the way in adopting ORCID and modernizing science

In an increasingly digital and interconnected scientific ecosystem, the efficient management of information about researchers, projects and publications has become essential. Portugal has stood out in this scenario by taking a leading role in the adoption of ORCID - a unique identifier that allows authors to be unequivocally linked to their scientific output.

Since 2013, with the impetus of the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT), the country has invested in a solid interoperability and transparency strategy, integrating ORCID into platforms such as CIÊNCIAVITAE and promoting its use through the PTCRIS ecosystem (whose website was revamped in 2025, presenting a renewed and more intuitive interface). This approach has made it possible to reduce bureaucracy, improve data reliability and facilitate the monitoring of national scientific activity.

With around 80% of Portuguese researchers already registered with ORCID, Portugal is among the most advanced countries in implementing this system, reinforcing its commitment to a more open, efficient and connected science.

Find out more about Portugal's indicators in this area in the article published on the FCCN website, FCT Digital Services.