ORCID - How to Connect Your ORCID iD to Your MSU NetID

This article provides step-by-step instructions for MSU researchers to register for an ORCID iD and connect it to their MSU NetID through the MSU ORCID Connect portal. It also includes support contacts and emphasizes the importance of using an MSU email to ensure proper affiliation and integration.

Objective

ORCID provides a unique and persistent digital identifier that helps researchers distinguish their work and manage their scholarly identity. Connecting your ORCID iD to your MSU NetID ensures accurate attribution and simplifies grant, publication, and reporting workflows.

Following these steps will connect your ORCID iD to your MSU NetID.

Environment

ORCID

Before You Begin

If you do not already have an ORCID iD, please register at: https://orcid.org/register

Steps

1. Go to the MSU ORCID connection portal: MSU ORCID Connect
2. Select Sign In
3. After logging in, select Connect your ORCID ID. You will be redirected to the ORCID website.
4. Sign in to your ORCID account and follow the prompts to authorize the connection between ORCID and MSU.
5. Once authorized, your ORCID iD will be successfully linked to your MSU NetID. This connection enables automatic syncing and supports integrations with MSU research systems in the future.
6. You're done! Your ORCID ID and MSU NetID are now connected.

Additional Info

For general information about ORCID, visit the MSU Research and Innovation ORCID webpage.

Need Help?

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact:

Office of Research and Innovation
(517)355-0306
John Furcean - furceanj@msu.edu