NIST is updating its publication requirements to ensure all research funding is clearly acknowledged and tracked. Starting in 2023, researchers must include specific statements listing all funders and unique identifiers for authors and institutions. This policy aligns with federal goals to make publicly funded research more accessible and transparent.
While this update does not introduce a new quantum computing standard, it specifically supports quantum research programs, including the Joint Quantum Institute and the Quantum Systems through Entangled Science initiative. Authors are required to use standardized IDs and clear language to acknowledge support from agencies like the NSF or DOE, ensuring that all quantum-related work is properly documented in federal records.
This administrative change improves the infrastructure for managing quantum research data rather than altering technical protocols. Full implementation is expected by late 2023, with the goal of meeting all federal compliance requirements by December 2024.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/spo/how-do-i-acknowledge-sources-funding
Keywords: ORCID, ROR, funding statements
