When you submit your work to Digital Collections, you will be asked to optionally enter your 16-digit ORCID iD, if you have one. Not everyone needs an ORCID iD; we encourages submitters who have or intend to pursue research careers to register for an ORCID iD as they may be required when submitting grant applications or articles for publication.
Requirement for ORCID iDs for Individuals Supported by Research Training, Fellowship, Research Education, and Career Development Awards beginning in FY 2020