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Description
Persistent Identifiers (PIDs) are key to FAIR and reproducible research. At GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, we use a range of PIDs, including ORCID for persons, ROR for organizations, IGSN for samples, and DOIs for publications, software and datasets, as well as Handles for the later. Implementation varies across systems, with many manual processes still manual and lacking missing standardized workflows. As part of the Helmholtz DataHUB Earth and Environment we plan to implement a common PID workflow to enhance interoperability.
Here we present an overview of GEOMAR’s PID landscape, covering systems, responsibilities, and tools, and highlights challenges such as limited automation, platform interoperability, and gaps in policy and documentation. We also outline ongoing improvements, including API-based registration and coordinated workflows as well as support and training.
By sharing our PID structures, we aim to engage the community, gather feedback, and identify opportunities to enhance interoperability and efficiency in institutional PID management.