VIAF - home. Simple entry point. World map shows off all member institutions and the global nature o f the project. Simple search box for entry into the system.
VIAF detailed record. All the names, institutions and other detailed data for the given author or work. Simple interactive graphic shows how the names are mapped to different institutions.
Detail of the interactive map on each VIAF Detailed Record. Hover over an institution and user is able to see how the record is shared with other institutions.
Search Result - the more important and authoritative an Identity - the more institutions will be shown using it and the longer the search result entry will be. Names across languages can become very confusing. This results seeks to help users find the right name.
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VIAF
The VIAF® (Virtual International Authority File) combines multiple name authority files into a single OCLC-hosted name authority service. The goal of the service is to lower the cost and increase the utility of library authority files by matching and linking widely-used authority files and making that information available on the Web.
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