Open Science Framework

API

Free API for accessing OSF's research materials, data, and manuscripts

Overview

The Open Science Framework (OSF) API is a RESTful interface that enables programmatic access to its research repository and archive. It supports JSON responses and includes endpoints for projects, components (data files, study designs, manuscripts), registrations (archived studies), preprints, and user profiles. Use cases include retrieving public research data for meta-analysis, syncing lab tools with OSF assets, integrating OSF content into institutional platforms, and building apps for research discovery or citation management. Authenticated requests (via OAuth2) allow access to private resources, while public content is available without auth.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://developer.osf.io')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON Responses
OAuth2 Authentication
Access to Public & Private Content
Endpoints for Research Assets

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Open Science Framework API free to use?

Yes, the OSF API is free for all users, though rate limits may apply to prevent excessive requests.

? Does it require an API Key?

Public content can be accessed without an API key; authenticated requests (for private data/modifications) require OAuth2 authentication.

? What is the response format?

The OSF API returns data in JSON format for all endpoints, ensuring easy integration with modern applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Science & Math

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free to use
⊕ Diverse research asset access
⊕ Well-documented
⊕ Supports collaboration workflows

Cons

⊖ Rate limits apply
⊖ Authenticated requests need OAuth2 setup
⊖ No XML support