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This guide provides all the necessary information needed for a researcher when interacting with the Qatar National Open Research Repository (Manara)

Welcome

Welcome to the guide for Manara - Qatar Research Repository

Manara is an open repository for Qatar-based researchers to upload and share their research. It collects, preserves and provides access to a variety of research outputs, including datasets, open access publications, pre-prints of research articles, and non-traditional academic outputs. Manara is a service managed by Qatar National Library. 

About This Guide

This guide provides essential resources to help you navigate Manara effectively. Whether you’re publishing your research, learning about metadata or seeking help with file formats, this guide is designed to support every step of your journey.

What You'll Find Here

  • Getting started with Manara: Account setup, logging in and navigating the interface.
  • How to Publish your Research: A step-by-step guide to uploading, describing and publishing your research outputs.
  • Accessing and Using Content: How to search, filter and download content on Manara.
  • Support and Additional Resources: Contact information for the Manara admin team as well as FAQs.

Why Publish on Manara?

Manara offers several key features to enhance the visibility and impact of your research:

  • DOIs for Citable Research: Each published item receives a digital object identifier (DOI), making it easy to cite.
  • Flexible Privacy Settings: Choose whether to make your data public or keep it private.
  • Increased Visibility: Publicly available data on Manara is indexed by Google, extending the reach of your research.

Take a look around and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. Let’s get started on making your research more accessible and impactful!

Support

To contact our Manara support team, please email qnlror@qnl.qa

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