DOIs (Digital Object Identifiers)

A Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is a unique alphanumeric code assigned to digital content, such as academic articles, research papers, or datasets. Think of it as a digital fingerprint that helps identify and locate a specific piece of information on the internet. When you see a DOI, you can use it to find the original source easily, regardless of where it is hosted. This ensures that the content can be reliably accessed even if the website changes. DOIs are widely used in scholarly publishing to enhance citation accuracy and improve the discoverability of research materials.