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Open Access Research

A comprehensive guide on the resources that are made available to the collective research community, both at USF and abroad. Functioning as a one-stop shop for post-grads and community researchers, this guide covers a wide range of information.

Overview of AI for OA

Discover a range of artificial intelligence-powered tools designed to support open access research. These AI tools help researchers discover, analyze, and organize OA content efficiently, automating repetitive tasks and providing deeper insights. Stay ahead in your field with the most current information available through advanced AI technology.

Toolsets to Consider

Scite:
Scite is an AI-powered tool that helps researchers and academics discover and evaluate scientific articles through Smart Citations. These citations show not only where an article has been cited but also how it has been cited, whether it supports, contrasts, or just mentions the previous work. This allows users to quickly understand the context and impact of research findings, enhancing the reliability and comprehensiveness of literature reviews.

Elicit:
Elicit is an AI-driven research assistant designed to streamline the literature review process. It helps researchers formulate research questions, find relevant studies, and extract key information from scientific papers. By automating these tasks, Elicit saves time and enhances the accuracy of systematic reviews, making it easier for researchers to synthesize evidence and draw informed conclusions.

SciSpace:
SciSpace (formerly Typeset) is a collaborative platform that offers tools for discovering, reading, and organizing scientific literature. It provides features such as semantic search, article recommendations, and an integrated PDF reader with annotation capabilities. SciSpace simplifies the research workflow by allowing users to manage their references, collaborate with peers, and stay updated on the latest developments in their fields.

Scholarcy:
Scholarcy is an AI-powered summarization tool that helps researchers quickly digest scientific papers. It generates concise summaries, extracts key points, and identifies important figures and tables from research articles. Scholarcy's ability to condense complex information into accessible formats makes it an invaluable tool for staying current with the latest research and managing large volumes of academic literature.

Consensus:
Consensus is an AI tool designed to aggregate and synthesize findings from multiple research studies. It helps researchers and decision-makers quickly understand the consensus or divergence of opinions on specific topics. By providing a clear and concise summary of the existing evidence, Consensus aids in making informed decisions and identifying gaps in the current knowledge base.

Perplexity.AI:
Perplexity.AI is an advanced AI search engine that answers complex queries by generating human-like responses based on a vast database of knowledge. It is particularly useful for researchers seeking detailed explanations and insights on specific topics. Perplexity.AI enhances the research process by providing accurate, context-aware information, enabling users to delve deeper into their areas of interest.