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OpenAlex API

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Overview

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OpenAlex is a science & math API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS and allows browser requests (CORS).

At a glance

Authentication
No auth
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Yes

Questions

Does the OpenAlex API need an API key?

No. The OpenAlex API can be called without an API key or sign-up, which makes it handy for prototypes and front-end demos.

Can I call the OpenAlex API from the browser?

Yes. The OpenAlex API sends CORS headers, so a web page can call it directly with fetch().

Does the OpenAlex API support HTTPS?

Yes, the OpenAlex API is served over HTTPS.

What are alternatives to the OpenAlex API?

Other Science & Math APIs include NASA, arXiv, NASA ADS, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, CORE.

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Listed from public-apis (MIT).