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Orcid MCP server

SMABoundless/orcid-mcp-server

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Install Orcid in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add orcid -e ORCID_CLIENT_ID=... -e ORCID_CLIENT_SECRET=... -- uvx orcid-mcp-server
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "orcid": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "orcid-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "ORCID_CLIENT_ID": "...",
        "ORCID_CLIENT_SECRET": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Orcid MCP server do?

Search ORCID researcher profiles, retrieve works, and export citations

Is the Orcid MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Orcid run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Orcid to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add orcid -e ORCID_CLIENT_ID=... -e ORCID_CLIENT_SECRET=... -- uvx orcid-mcp-server

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