Visibility of scientists

Professional online profiles are a kind of "digital business cards" of scientists and are a key tool for increasing their visibility in the global scientific community. Their purpose is not only to provide basic information about the researcher, but also to consolidate publications, research interests, collaborations and impact metrics in one place. In today's digital environment, where fast and reliable access to information is crucial, updated profiles allow researchers to be easily recognizable and accessible to potential collaborators, institutions and funders.

ORCID provides a unique and permanent identifier that links a researcher to all of their work, regardless of changes in institutions, countries, or even names. This avoids errors in authorship attribution, which is a common problem in scholarly communication. ORCID is increasingly becoming mandatory when submitting papers to journals or for project funding, further confirming its importance.

ResearchGate is a social network for scientists that allows them to share publications, post preprints, participate in discussions, and network with colleagues in related fields. It also offers the ability to track statistics such as the number of reads, citations, and downloads, giving researchers a better insight into the reach and impact of their work. Active use of this platform encourages collaboration and the exchange of ideas, especially on interdisciplinary topics.

Google Scholar automatically indexes works available on the Internet and generates a researcher profile with a list of publications, citation data, h-index, and other bibliometric indicators. Its advantage lies in its ease of use and wide coverage, making it one of the first sources that scientists, students, or journalists use when searching for literature and authors.

Regularly updating these profiles is essential to ensure their accuracy and relevance. Scientists who neglect to update them risk their most recent work becoming invisible, while systematically maintained profiles increase recognition and professional credibility. They make research results easier to find, encourage citations, and also serve as a tool for personal branding in the academic world. In short, actively maintained ORCID, ResearchGate, and Google Scholar profiles significantly contribute to strengthening the professional identity and visibility of scientists on a global level.