Indexing and DOI

All articles published in Anti-corruption Studies and Research are registered in the Crossref database, and each manuscript is assigned a unique Digital Object Identifier (DOI). This not only helps ensure wide visibility but also supports stable and accurate citation practices, allowing researchers and practitioners to reference and locate articles with ease.

What is DOI?

A DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is a permanent, unique code used to identify publications, data, and other digital materials on the internet. It is crucial for reliable and unambiguous referencing in scholarly work.

Why is DOI important?
  • Facilitates discovery:

    It simplifies the process of finding an academic article and enables the correct formatting of citations.

  • Improves accessibility:

    By acting as a persistent link, a DOI makes publications more readily available to readers.

  • Links to metadata:

    It connects the publication to essential information, such as authors’ names, the article title, and the date of publication.

In addition, Anti-corruption Studies and Research is indexed by Google Scholar, which enhances the discoverability of published research among a global academic audience. The journal continually seeks to broaden its indexing coverage to further increase the visibility and impact of its scholarly contributions.