HERDIN PLUS is a health research information management system and collaboration platform for Higher Education and Research and Development Institutions to collect, organize, and disseminate research information.
Our story
The Philippine Health Research Registry: A Journey from Vision to Reality
With the vision to improve the flow of health-related information in the country, the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD), in partnership with the Department of Health and University of the Philippines Manila, established the Health Research and Development Information Network (HERDIN) in 1986.
In 2013, the Republic Act 10532 institutionalized the Philippine National Health Research System (PNHRS) and officially recognized HERDIN as the National Health Research Repository. It was stated in the law that all health researches shall be registered in the Philippine Health Research Registry (PHRR) and when published, to the national repository (HERDIN).
Today, the HERDIN PLUS continues to evolve as a one stop health research information management platform, increasing access to health research information systems for better health and better quality of life for Filipinos.
Our Goals
- To assist higher education and research institutions organize and manage their health research/institutional information
- To improve access to [health and health related] research information
- To generate a comprehensive report on [health and health related] research information from PNHRS implementing institutions, consortia member institutions, research-generating institutions
Services offered
HERDIN PLUS Online Document Delivery Request
Access full-text research of published local health journals for free through the Online Document Delivery Request. Research articles may include links to full-text content from publisher websites or downloadable at the HERDIN PLUS website.
Online Document Delivery Request Requirements
| CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS | WHERE TO SECURE |
| 1. At least one (1) valid email address (institutional or personal account) | Client may use existing email address or create an email address from any email account provider (e.g. Google, Yahoo, Hotmail etc.) if he/she does not have an existing email address. |
| 2. At least one (1) active account at herdin.ph | Client needs to create an account at http://www.herdin.ph/index.php/login . |
| 3. At least one (1) computer/mobile gadget |
Client needs a gadget (smartphone, tablet, desktop, or laptop) and an internet connection to avail of this service. To access HERDIN PLUS, the client may: • Rent computer/laptop at any computer shop |
| 4. At least 3 Mbps Internet access | • Subscribe to internet service provider (e.g. PLDT, Globe, etc.) or use mobile data to access the internet |
Online Document Delivery Service Procedure
| CLIENT STEPS | AGENCY ACTION | FEES TO BE PAID | PROCESSING TIME Note: Starts upon the receipt of complete requirements | PERSON RESPONSIBLE |
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1. Log in at http://www.her din.ph/index.php/login to request full- text article
Note: This service can be accessed remotely using computer/ mobile gadget with internet access at home or anywhere at client’s convenience. |
1. Monitor system accessibility | None | 0 working day | Information Officer and ICT staff, Research Information, Communication, and Utilization Division |
| 2. Search for research articles | 2.1. Monitor system accessibility | None | 0 working day | Information Officer and ICT staff, Research Information, Communication, and Utilization Division |
| 3. Select research title for full-text request | 3.1. Monitor system accessibility | None | 0 working day | Information Officer and ICT staff, Research Information, Communication, and Utilization Division |
| 4. Request full-text article |
4.1. Acknowledge the full-text article request 4.2. Send the full-text article requested to client’s email
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None | 3 working days | Information Officer, Research Information, Communication, and Utilization Division |
| TOTAL | None | 3 working days | ||
HERDIN PLUS Searching
Access health and health-related research information for free. Clients may search for topics even without an account.
HERDIN PLUS Searching Requirements
| CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS | WHERE TO SECURE |
| 1. One (1) Computer/Mobile Phone/Tablet |
Client needs a gadget (smartphone, tablet, desktop, or laptop) and an internet connection to avail of this service. To access HERDIN PLUS, the client may:
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| 2. At least 3 Mbps Internet access |
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HERDIN PLUS Searching Procedure
| CLIENT STEPS | AGENCY ACTION | FEES TO BE PAID | PROCESSING TIME Note: Starts upon the receipt of complete requirements | PERSON RESPONSIBLE |
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1. Type http://www.herd in.ph at URL/web address bar in any web browser (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, Explorer, etc.) Note: This service can be accessed remotely using computer/ mobile gadget with internet access at home or anywhere at client’s convenience. |
1. Monitor system accessibility | None | 0 working day | Information Officer and ICT staff, Research Information, Communication, and Utilization Division |
| 2. Type a word or phrase into the query box | 2. Monitor system accessibility | None | 0 working day | Information Officer and ICT staff, Research Information Communication, and Utilization Division ) |
| 3. Click on the search button or press the “enter” key | 3. Monitor system accessibility | None | 10 seconds per keyword search | Information Officer and ICT staff, Research Information, Communication, and Utilization Division |
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4. Select and print/save articles from search results
Clients may send their selected articles to their email address (optional) |
4. Monitor system accessibility | None | 0 working day | Information Officer and ICT staff, Research Information, Communication, and Utilization Division |
| 5. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or click Contact Us (herdin.ph/index.php/contact-us) if you need assistance. | 5. Respond to client queries | None | 1 working day | Information Officer, Research Information, Communication, and Utilization Division |
| TOTAL: | None | 1 working day | ||