Create a comprehensive researcher profile to unlock Overton’s personalised features and opportunities.
Getting Started
Navigate to Works and Profiles in your account settings to begin building your profile.
Profile Setup
Add Your Biography– Include a brief overview of your research interests, expertise areas, and professional background.
Import Your Publications– Add DOIs for your published works by copying and pasting a list directly into the system. Overton will automatically pull publication details and metadata.
Add Manual Works (Optional)– Include additional publications like book chapters or journal articles that may not have DOIs. You can manually enter:
- Publication title
- Abstract
Using Your Profile
Overton Engage- Your completed profile powers our Opportunity Matcher, which identifies policy engagement opportunities that align with your research expertise and interests. Find out more about this here.
Overton Index- Your completed profile will help you easily search for policy documents that cite your published works, helping you track the real-world impact of your research in policy contexts.
Tips for Success
- Keep your biography current and comprehensive
- Regularly update your publication list
- Include abstracts for manually added works when possible for better matching accuracy
Your profile becomes more powerful as you add more detailed information about your research and expertise.