Publishing
Leiden University supports researchers at every stage of the publication process. Here you will find more information on copyright, Open Access, and registering research output, as well as answers to questions such as: How do I enter publications into LUCRIS? What are my rights as an author? And how do I generate media attention for my research?
Copyright
Do you want to know what your rights are as an author of scholarly work? This section provides information on copyright in teaching and research, including guidelines on what you may and may not share or reuse regarding your own work and that of others.
Leiden University Press
Are you looking for a platform to publish your academic book or journal? Leiden University Press (LUP) supports researchers in publishing high-quality works, focusing on both Open Access and traditional publishing methods.
LUCRIS and Scholarly Publications
Do you want to ensure that your publications are properly registered and globally discoverable? You can enter your research output via LUCRIS, after which it will become visible in the university repository, Scholarly Publications, and on your profile page.
Open Access
Do you want to make your research freely accessible to a wide audience? Discover the possibilities and benefits of Open Access publishing, view the agreements the university has with publishers, and read how to make use of available discounts.
ORCID iD and DOI
Ensure an unambiguous link between you and your work using unique identifiers. Here you can read how to create an ORCID iD to avoid mistaken identity, and how to use a DOI (Digital Object Identifier) to make your publications permanently discoverable.
Public relations
Do you have a publication that is newsworthy for a broader audience? Contact the press officers or science editors. They can help you promote your research to journalists and through the university’s channels.