A ResearchGate publication list can be copied or attached to the wrong scholar. Compare the profile with institutional and author references before sharing research or data.

Check the scholar and publication record

  1. Compare the exact profile URL and name variants with the scholar’s institutional page.
  2. Check affiliations and dates against public institutional references.
  3. Compare publication titles, author order and co-authors with the original papers.
  4. Follow linked ORCID records or personal sites where available.
  5. Confirm unexpected requests for payment or data through an established institutional contact.

What to include in a report

  • Profile URL and the disputed affiliation or publication claim.
  • Original papers and institutional or ORCID references.
  • Screenshots of conflicts and dated requests for payment or data.

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ResearchGate Username Search Guide covers profile links and platform-specific search details.