Summary: This joint guide by Crossref and DataCite explains how metadata registered through open scholarly infrastructure helps preserve the rigour and integrity of the scholarly record. It details the specific metadata elements supported in the Crossref and DataCite metadata schemas that can help stakeholders assess the trustworthiness of research outputs. The guide aims to provide practical information to all stakeholders in the scholarly community, encouraging them to contribute rich metadata and leverage it as a tool for research integrity analysis.
Read: Why metadata matters for research integrity and how to contribute