Open Citations

Open Citations refer to a movement that makes citation data from academic research freely accessible to everyone. Citations are links that show how one research paper relates to or builds upon others, helping track the progress of knowledge. Traditionally, this information has been stored behind paywalls or in proprietary databases. Open Citations aim to remove these barriers by sharing citation data openly, fostering transparency, collaboration, and innovation in scholarly research worldwide. This openness enables researchers, institutions, and the public to better discover, analyze, and understand the interconnectedness of scientific work.