Using Symplectic
Top 5 FAQs
How do I upload full text into Spiral?
See our video on How to deposit a file in Spiral via Symplectic.
How do I apply for funding on Symplectic?
If you are depositing your manuscript on acceptance and you also want to apply for a Article Processing Charge (APC) in Symplectic, please watch our video How to apply for APC funding If there is already a publication record (WoS or PubMed record etc) please see FAQ below ‘How do I add a manual record to an existing record?’
How do I add a manual record to an existing record?
To add a manual record to an existing publication record like WoS, Scopus or PubMed, scrowl down to the end of the publication list and click on the + button
How do I synch my ORCID ID in Symplectic?
For synchronising your Symplectic to ORCID please see Synchronising Symplectic to ORCID: All Users
How do I improve my search settings?
Symplectic discovers your research outputs by using identifiers such as ORCID. If you have an ORCID identifier, make sure that it is synched to your Symplectic account. See Synchronising Symplectic to ORCID: All Users
Symplectic also uses a name-based search by preloading your Search Settings with your name (usually your Surname and Initial and/or Surname and First name) but you can improve your search by adding any Name variants or Address terms to your settings. Go to Menu > My Profile > Settings > Name-based Search
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for funding on Symplectic?
If you are depositing your manuscript on acceptance and you also want to apply for a Article Processing Charge (APC) in Symplectic, please watch our video How to apply for APC funding If there is already a publication record (WoS or PubMed record etc) please see FAQ below ‘How do I add a manual record to an existing record?’
How do I add a delegate?
To add a delegate click on the Menu tab on the Home page. Click on My Profile and then select Manage Delegates
How do I add a manual record to an existing record?
To add a manual record to an existing publication record like WoS, Scopus or PubMed, scrowl down to the end of the publication list and click on the + button
How do I upload full text into Spiral?
See our video on How to deposit a file in Spiral via Symplectic.
How do I add publications to Researchfish using Symplectic?
The Research Office have produced a simple guide to explain how publication information can be exported from Symplectic Elements and uploaded into Researchfish to reduce the manual burden on individual PIs and their support teams.
How to add publications to Researchfish using Symplectic (pdf)
The Research Office has further information on Researchfish training and support.
How do I synch my ORCID ID in Symplectic?
For synchronising your Symplectic to ORCID please see Synchronising Symplectic to ORCID: All Users
How do I change a publication type?
To change a publication type, click on the pen icon
How do I display publications on a group’s website?
If you want to find out more about adding a publications list to your group website, contact your Faculty Web Officer.
How do I link an output to a training grant?
Training grants with G codes are not imported to Symplectic Elements - if you wish to link an output to a training grant you can select the option to add this grant manually.
Why don’t I have the option to link to Research Groups?
An administrator must assign you to an Organisational Structure (research group/ section/ cross faculty centres, etc.), before you will see the Organisational Structures heading on the linking page and in the left navigation. If you don’t see the Organisation Structures heading or your groups on the linking screen, contact your Faculty Web Officer.
How do I improve my search settings?
Symplectic discovers your research outputs by using identifiers such as ORCID. If you have an ORCID identifier, make sure that it is synched to your Symplectic account. See Synchronising Symplectic to ORCID: All Users
Symplectic also uses a name-based search by preloading your Search Settings with your name (usually your Surname and Initial and/or Surname and First name) but you can improve your search by adding any Name variants or Address terms to your settings. Go to Menu > My Profile > Settings > Name-based Search
How do I import a list of publications into Symplectic from my former university?
You can do this by following the instructions on How to import publications from bibtex
Contact your Faculty web officers or the Open Access team if you need further assistance.