Describe the problem you would like to solve:
As journal editors, verifying the formal affiliation and scholarly footprint of authors is crucial. To ensure accuracy, we require all authors to maintain an active ORCID and Google Scholar account. However, the current process of manually copying and pasting the ORCID URL for verification is time-consuming. Additionally, there is no designated field to capture the Google Scholar Profile (GSP) link, which would help us quickly assess citation metrics and institutional affiliations.
Furthermore, when accessing the list of contributors as an admin, there is currently no “View” option available—only “Edit” and “Delete.” A “View” option would allow administrators to quickly review author information without making unintended changes.
Describe the solution you’d like:
- Google Scholar Profile Field: Add a dedicated field where authors can provide their Google Scholar Profile (GSP) link during submission or in their profile settings.
- Clickable Hyperlinks: Convert the ORCID and GSP fields in the author view to clickable hyperlinks, enabling faster and easier verification.
- Homepage URL Field Update: Repurpose or rename the “Homepage URL” field in user details to serve as the Google Scholar Profile URL, Or introduce a new field.
- Contributor View Option: Add a “View” button in the contributor management interface for admins to quickly review author information without entering edit mode.
Who is asking for this feature?
This feature would be highly beneficial for:
- Journal Editors
- Journal Administrators
- Peer Reviewers
Thank you for considering this request. These enhancements would greatly improve the efficiency of author verification and contributor management.