Artificial intelligence tools for information retrieval, research, and teaching

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Artificial intelligence tools for information retrieval, research, and teaching

Welcome to the page that provides updates on artificial intelligence tools for various applications in research and learning processes, with a focus on information retrieval tools.  Requests, questions, suggestions, or to arrange a training session for the Technion or Rambam communities on the use of AI tools for academic purposes, please contact Tal Kaminski Rosenberg  at tal.kaminski@technion.ac.il.

Search Tools Based on Citation Networks

Tools based on the analysis of citation and reference networks of core papers to provide recommendations for similar articles.

Last updated: 16.12.2024

Research Rabbit lets users discover articles on a specific topic based on core articles saved as a collection. The recommended starting point is 5-10 core articles, which can either be uploaded from pre-prepared articles or searched directly through the tool. Additionally, users can view a visual representation of the connections between articles and researchers. To begin, an individual account must be created.

Information sources: OpenAlex. Semantic Scholar and PubMed serve as sources for articles in the search function for adding new articles to collections.

Special Features: Synchronization with the citation management software Zotero, email alerts for new article recommendations in the collection, the ability to share collections, the addition of notes to articles, display of relevant information on patents, and additional data from the web. There is also the option to download or upload files compatible with citation management software. While there is no dedicated mobile application, it is supported on mobile devices.

Usage Costs: Free

Link: https://www.researchrabbit.ai/

Connected Papers allow for the discovery of articles on a specific topic based on one or two foundational papers. Two searches can be conducted without registration; however, to continue using the service, a personal account must be created.

Information source: Semantic Scholar.

Special Features: A tool developed by Israeli creators, with a personal account displaying search history. It allows for the download of files compatible with citation management software. While there is no dedicated mobile application, it is supported on mobile devices.

Usage costs: Free for up to 5 searches per month for account holders, with discounted rates available for academics.

Link: https://www.connectedpapers.com/

Inciteful enables the discovery of articles on a specific topic based on one or more foundational papers (it is recommended to start with at least 5 papers). No registration is required. It was created by Michael Weishuhn, a computer programmer, as a tool to assist his wife with an academic project.

Information sources: Semantic Scholar, Open Alex

Special Features: The tool allows for uploading and downloading files that are compatible with citation management software. It includes a basic add-on for uploading articles from Zotero to the tool,  to install the plugin click here. Supported also by Zotero Chrome extension.

It provides the ability to identify connections between two articles from different disciplines.

Usage cost: Free

Link: https://inciteful.xyz/

Link to detailed explanation regarding Zotero integration by Mushtaq Bilal

Litmaps enable the discovery of articles on a specific topic based on one or more foundational papers, as well as the creation of a visual map of the results.

Information sources: Google scholar (default), Semantic Scholar

Special Features: The tool allows for uploading and downloading files compatible with citation management software.  Includes a semantic search algorithm (based on content) as well as a search by authors connections (in the paid version only). It offers the option to receive email updates.  Supports group work (available for paid users only). Full integration with Zotero provided only for paid subscribers.

Usage cost: Partial access is available free of charge (Freemium), allowing searches based on up to 20 foundational papers at no cost. Discounted rates are offered to users registered with a university email address. Users with free accounts may experience significant delays during peak hours.

Link: https://www.litmaps.com/

Link to video tutorial: Video

Scite began as a tool for characterizing the sentiment of citations in articles as neutral, supportive, or opposing to the cited paper. It has since evolved into a tool that also facilitates literature reviews and includes a chatbot that assists in writing texts.

Information source: Scite is not based on a specific database but rather on articles for which the company has full-text access for data mining.

Special Features: The tool includes a free browser extension that allows users to obtain information from anywhere on the web regarding the number of citations of an article, their sentiment, and whether the article has been retracted from the literature. Additionally, it offers a Zotero extension and a tool for assessing the quality of references in articles.

Usage cost: Paid

Link: https://scite.ai/

Pure Suggest allows for the discovery of articles on a specific topic based on one or more foundational papers derived from search results in supported databases.

Information sources: OpenCitations, CrossRef

Special Features: Pure Suggest presents visualizations based on groups or chronological order, and allows users to download a file of the results for use with citation management software.

Usage cost: Free

Link: https://fabian-beck.github.io/pure-suggest/

Browser Extensions

Browser extensions that assist with searching, reading, evaluating and creating information.

Last updated: August 20, 2024.

The Perplexity extension allows users to start working with the tool from anywhere on the web. It provides the option to work on a specific page or a particular domain. For further details about the tool, please refer to the section above on AI tools based on text analysis.

Install the extension in the Chrome browser

The Scispace extension allows users to access the tool’s assistance from anywhere on the web. It provides explanations of article content, summaries of articles or sections, and the ability to perform searches. For more information about the tool, please refer to the section above on AI tools based on text analysis.

Install the extension in the Chrome browser

The Scite extension allows users to access information about the citations of an article from anywhere on the web—providing the total number of citations, how many are supportive, opposing, or neutral towards the article, as well as whether the article has been retracted from the literature. The use of the extension is free of charge; however, further use of the Scite tool requires payment.

Install the extension in the Chrome browser

The Brisk Teaching extension integrates with various Google tools and allows users to create presentations, quizzes, learning materials, feedback, and more from any content found online—such as websites, videos, articles, etc.—as well as from files. It is also possible to create materials based on prompts, although this type of creation raises concerns about the potential for receiving inaccurate information. The use of the extension is mostly free, while more advanced applications require paid plans.

Install the extension in the Chrome browser

 

Frontier Chatbots

Large language models (LLMs) Chatbots, led by OpenAI’s ChatGPT, are capable of performing numerous tasks through simple language instructions. The features, capabilities, and even the names of chatbots are rapidly evolving and can assist in research in various ways, such as helping with information retrieval, text writing and editing, image and chart creation and analysis, code generation, data analysis, video creation and editing, and more. Some features and models of chatbots are available for free, while others require payment. The best way to work with chatbots is to personal experimentation with the unique tasks of each one. Below are links to several leading LLMs chatbots.

Last updated: 30.10.2024

OpenAI’s chatbot, first released to the public in November 2022, sparked the global wave of generative artificial intelligence. The free model, GPT-3.5, has now been replaced by the GPT-4o mini model, and there is also a paid version of GPT-4. Recently, new models called GPT-4o and GPT-1o were introduced, featuring advanced capabilities and faster performance, making it suitable for more complex tasks. The new models offer improved abilities and the option to use dedicated GPTs for specific tasks such as information retrieval or data analysis. The GPT-4o model is currently available for free with limited access.  Access is available to Google Drive and OneDrive  for files upload. The Canvas feature enables better writing and coding for paid users.

Link to ChatGPT

Links to Android  and  iPhone apps download

Microsoft’s chatbot, previously known as Bing Chat, allows free access to the GPT-4 model, as well as image creation and interpretation using DALL-E 3. It is recommended for use with the Edge browser and is also integrated into the latest versions of Windows 11. There is also a paid model, Copilot Pro, which is incorporated into various Office applications.

Link to Copilot

Links to Android and iPhone apps download

Anthropic’s chatbot offers both a free and a paid version. It allows file uploads and is known for its ability to analyze long documents and produce high-quality outputs in Hebrew. Recently, version 3.5 of Claude was released, featuring improved capabilities, including the ability to read image files and a component called Artifacts, which allows users to view real-time outputs of their requests. Paid subscribers have access to a feature called Projects, enabling teamwork functionality.

Link to Claude

Links to Android, iPhone apps download

Google’s chatbot, which changed its name from Bard to Gemini, is available in both free and paid versions. It offers strong Hebrew capabilities and can generate images even in the free version. In the free English version, users can also get assistance from the chatbot in relation to other Google services such as Gmail, YouTube, or Google Drive.

Link to Gemini

Tablet/Smartphone use instructions for Gemini

Guides and Templates for Writing Prompts

Last updated: 20.08.24

Recommended prompts by Anthropic (the creators of Claude)

Link to the prompts library

The prompts library of Dr. Eitan Molik and Dr. Lilach Molik from the University of Pennsylvania

Link to the prompts library

A dedicated prompt library for teachers, organized by task categories such as assessment, administration, lesson planning, and more.

Link to the prompts library

A video by Dr. Andy Stapleton on recommended prompts in academia. The recommended prompts are also included in the video’s description.

Link to the video

Microsoft Copilot’s prompt library and guidelines for writing prompts.

Link to the prompts library

A prompt library categorized by various professions, including education, teaching, academia, and medical fields. Free registration is required for access.

Link to the prompts library

A comprehensive prompt library covering various aspects of academic writing.

Link to the prompts library

Tools and Resources for Teaching

Tools to assist in integrating artificial intelligence in teaching and creating questionnaires, flashcards, and learning aids

Last update: September 17, 2024.

The Brisk Teaching extension integrates with various Google tools, allowing users to create presentations, questionnaires, learning materials, feedback, and more from any online content—such as websites, videos, articles, etc.—as well as from files. Users can also generate materials based on requests (prompts), but this method raises concerns about receiving inaccurate information. The extension is mostly free to use, while more advanced applications require paid plans.

Install the extension in the Chrome browser.

 

The Diffit tool enables the creation of various learning materials, including questions and summaries from links, videos, articles, and files. It also allows for generating content based on requests (prompts), but this approach raises concerns about receiving inaccurate information (users can request to display the sources used). The free version is limited to texts/videos of up to 2,500 words as a source for content creation. The highest material customization level is available for 11th grade and above, but users can also choose to retain the original material level for higher-level outputs. Materials can be created in multiple languages, including Hebrew and Arabic.

Link to the tool

 

Version 3.5 of the Claude chatbot allows for creating interactive questionnaires and various educational games using the Artifacts component. Users can paste or upload written material from which questions will be generated. This feature is available in the free version. Users need to enable the Artifacts creation option in their account settings.

Link to Claude

A free tool for creating multiple-choice questions from texts, topics, or links (including videos). It supports 20 languages, including Hebrew, Arabic, and Russian.

Link to the tool

A free tool for creating flashcards from texts, topics, or links (including videos). It supports 20 languages, including Hebrew, Arabic, and Russian. Users can also download the flashcard content as an Excel file (note that Hebrew is not supported for download).

Link to the tool

Search Tools Based on Text Analysis

Tools based on analyzing large volumes of text to obtain similar texts and/or answer questions.

Last update: 16.12.2024

Consensus is a search engine that uses text analysis technology to extract information from articles. Users can search by typing a question into the search box. The tool also includes a GPT-4 Turbo-based copilot that allows for requests such as summarizing information, creating outlines, generating content for presentations, and more.

Information source and update frequency:

Semantic Scholar, updates monthly according to Semantic Scholar’s update frequency.

Special Features: Displays, alongside the article title, the answer from the article to the posed question. Enables a “conversation” with a single article for summarization and answering questions (currently in beta, available only for open-access articles, covering approximately 10% of the articles accessible through the tool at present). Results can be downloaded in CSV or RIS format. Filters include evidence quality, sample size, SJR ranking, and research field. Recently, filters for study duration and country have been added. The tool allows searches in multiple languages, including Hebrew and Arabic, and provides search history. In the personal profile, users can select their preferred language for receiving information, which currently includes Arabic and Russian, though Hebrew is not yet supported. Search results can also be saved directly into various citation management software, including Zotero.

Usage cost: A free account allows unlimited searches, use of filters, and access to article quality indicators. Additionally, users receive 10 credits each month for utilizing the tool’s advanced features: article summaries, topic summaries, and saving articles to favorites. It is worth noting that the premium account is relatively more affordable compared to similar tools, with further discounts available for students and teams.

Link:

https://consensus.app/search/

Video tutorial:

Video tutorial

Elicit is a search engine that utilizes text analysis technology to extract information from articles. Users can search by typing a question into the search box.

Information source:  

 Semantic Scholar 

Special Features: Displays information about multiple articles in a table format, allowing users to select which information to display in the columns. Users can also upload PDF files for analysis and obtain a list of concepts related to a specific topic. Results can be downloaded as a CSV or BIBTEX file. The tool syncs with Zotero and includes a feature that facilitates the summarization of articles from search results. It also supports filtering articles for systematic reviews.

Usage cost: The basic plan is free and includes unlimited searching and analysis of up to 10 PDF files per month.

Link:

https://elicit.com/?workflow=table-of-papers

A tool that offers multiple functions to support the research workflow, including article searches, extracting information into tables, and saving it in notes within a dedicated notebook. It also includes concept extraction from articles, answering questions about the articles, and rephrasing content. Additionally, articles can be saved to a personal library. Information can be extracted both from search results and from PDF files uploaded to the personal library on the website.

Information source: Over 282 million articles, primarily sourced from the databases Semantic Scholar and OpenAlex (according to a presentation by the tool’s developer). The most recent update was in July 2024, though the update frequency is unclear. It offers also an AI writer, but the free plan is very limited.

Special Features: A recommended browser extension. Users can upload articles from Zotero to the library on the website. There is a notebook where users can save and edit texts from the library pages, literature reviews, the articles themselves, or information generated by the tool’s copilot. Premium users can also work in split-screen mode, with the notebook on one side and the article on the other. A personal profile allows researchers to upload their own articles and receive basic presentations and videos for sharing. Note: To delete an article from the profile, users must contact the company’s support, as self-deletion is not available, so it’s important to carefully review what is uploaded.

Usage cost: Basic usage is free, offering 5 information searches, 10 questions about articles, and 10 rephrasing actions per day. For unlimited access, a paid account is required. File downloads are only available with the paid version.

Link: https://typeset.io/

Link to video tutorial: Video tutorial

Perplexity is a tool for obtaining information and answering questions, which indicates within the text the sources it has used.

Information sources: Data is sourced from the internet, with options to focus on academic information, content from videos (YouTube), and other sources. Additionally, there is an option to write without searching for sources.

Special Features: The system offers capabilities for uploading diverse file types, including images (PDFs in the free plan, and images in the paid plan). Users can  create Spaces within the tool’s library, each with customized prompt, file upload and option to add colaborators. There is functionality for establishing an individualized profile. A browser extension facilitates searching and summarizing any web page or domain the user is currently browsing. Personal information remains confidential unless explicitly shared by the user.

 Apps for iPhone, Android

Usage Costs: The system provides free access to the basic model. Free users are granted access to Pro-search for five queries every four hours. There is a daily allowance for uploading three files. Paid subscribers receive unrestricted access, including utilization of advanced models.

Link: https://www.perplexity.ai/

General video tutorial: Link to the video tutorial

Video tutorial: How to Create and Use Perplexity Personal AI Chatbot Agents (Collections are now called Spaces but they work similarly)

OpenEvidence is a text analysis tool specifically designed for medical information. Users input their desired research question into the search box, where the tool suggests appropriate edits as needed. It then generates a summary of the answer, complete with references. Users have the option to pose follow-up questions, either based on the tool’s suggestions or according to their own discretion.

Information Sources: The system draws upon articles from high-ranking journals indexed in PubMed (encompassing approximately 30% of the total content available in PubMed) and American clinical guidelines.

Special Features: The system is predicated on high-quality information sources. The company is actively pursuing efforts to secure access to full-text analysis of articles to enhance result accuracy. Users have the capability to share the results through shareable links. To get early access to Experimental features enable this option in the tool`s settings under your personal profile.

Apps: iPhone, Android  

Usage Costs: The system implements a restricted access model for the general public, while offering unrestricted usage to healthcare professionals. Free access can be obtained through authentication with various license numbers, including Israeli MOH numbers. In cases where this identification method is not successful, users are directed to contact the provided email address for further assistance: help@openevidence.com 

Link: https://www.openevidence.com/

This tool, developed in the Netherlands, offers multiple modes of interaction. Users can pose questions in natural language via a chat interface (including support for Hebrew input), conduct searches using PICO framework fields or disciplinary categories, or utilize PubMed’s algorithmic search methodology. The chat interface generates summarized information with accompanying references in response to queries, while also facilitating follow-up questions. Additionally, users can make specific requests through the chat, such as alternative data presentation formats (e.g., tabular form) or the reformulation of information into content suitable for particular social media platforms. The search results can be filtered by Impact Factor or sample size and focused on articles related to cost-effectiveness (cost-effectiveness filtering is only available in searches based on PICO).

Information sources: PubMed or NICE guidelines. The synchronization with PubMed data is performed on a daily basis.

Special features: A CSV file of the selected articles can be downloaded free of charge. The option to download an RIS file (currently available only in the chat section) is paid. Each result includes PICO characteristic tags. The language of the tool’s responses can be set in the personal profile.

Usage costs: Basic use of the chat is free (up to five queries per week with advanced filters are also free for non-paying users). There is an option for a paid premium account (personal or institutional). In the premium account, GPT-4O is activated for more accurate and comprehensive summaries. The search feature is free of charge.

Link: https://evidencehunt.com/

Link to Video tutorial

Undermind.ai is a tool for searching scientific information based on deep search technology and text analysis.

Information source: Semantic Scholar

Special features: The search is conducted in multiple stages, including sorting the articles retrieved into several levels of relevance to the search topic. The search query must be detailed, with a length of up to 1,000 characters and no fewer than 15. Search results can be shared, and RIS or BibTeX files can be downloaded.

Usage costs: A free subscription allows for 10 searches per month. There is an option for a paid personal or institutional account.

Link: https://www.undermind.ai/home/

Link to Additional Information

ORKG Ask is a tool developed by The Open Research Knowledge Graph (ORKG) project. It is designed for searching and summarizing scientific information based on text analysis. To access full functionality and save search history, users are required to create an account.

Information source: a dataset sourced from the British multidisciplinary open-access article repository, CORE. As of today, the data is updated annually, but there are plans to transition to continuous updates in the near future. The tool’s statistics page provides the latest coverage information.

Special features: The information summary is generated by the Mistral Instruct 7B v0.2 chatbot. After submitting a question in the chat, a brief summary of the topic is provided, along with a table containing various characteristics of the articles, which can be edited as needed. A CSV file with the table’s information can be downloaded. By default, five articles are shown in the results, but more can be added by clicking the “Load more” button at the bottom of the page.

Disadvantage: It is not suitable for searching for very recent information, as the current update is delayed by approximately one year.

Usage costs: Free

Link: https://ask.orkg.org/

ScienceOS (launched in October 2023) is a search engine that uses language model technology to extract information from articles. The name of the tool combines “Sciences” and “Operating System,” suggesting that the company, based in Germany, aims to provide a solution for a variety of research activities, not just literature review. The tool includes a ChatGPT-based interface, resembling GPTs within ChatGPT that “sits” on a knowledge database (using RAG methodology). For each query, users receive a well-formulated answer supported by citations from articles within the text. To obtain a list of articles or their citation network, users can click the appropriate button below the response.

It also enables the use and creation of AI Actions, saved prompts for various recurring tasks such as creating presentations and summarizing articles. There are several ready-made prompts, and users can create additional custom prompts.

Information source and update frequency: Semantic Scholar, updated every two weeks to once a month, depending on the update frequency of Semantic Scholar.

Special features: certain outputs received can be saved (along with an automatic option to save the entire conversation) by clicking the star icon. Users can create tables and diagrams and upload PDF files for further work.

Usage costs: The GPT-4O chat is available with limited access for free users, with a maximum of four questions per conversation for those users.

Link: https://scienceos.ai/

Link to video tutorials

The Dimensions database has introduced the option to receive an AI-generated summary alongside each article in the search results. In addition to a brief summary, users also receive key insights and a list of keywords.

Usage costs: Free

Link: Dimensions

Additional Information

A tool from the NLM that allows users to formulate search queries in the form of sentences and search for similar sentences in articles. It supports keyword searches within the sentence as well as semantic searching, displaying sentences with at least 60% similarity.

Information source: PubMed and full-text articles from PubMed Central.

Special features: Search results can be filtered according to the section of the article where the sentence is located.

Usage costs: Free

Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/research/litsense/

Additional Informationhttps://uxcaucustips.blogspot.com/2023/11/tip-44-using-litsense-for-sentence.html?m=1

Clinical Queries is a tool designed to extract potential etiologies or treatments for symptoms or diseases. It was developed by the Israeli branch of the Allen Institute for AI in collaboration with Rambam Medical Center and the Faculty of Biomedical Engineering at the Technion.

Information source: PubMed

Special features: For each etiology or treatment listed, users can view the sources on which the information is based, with the relevant sentence highlighted.

Usage costs: Free

Link: https://clinical-queries.apps.allenai.org/#welcome

MeSH on Demand is a tool for text analysis of up to 10,000 characters. The analysis results provide a list of suggested MeSH terms for searching the text’s topic, 10 articles similar to the input text, and the option to search the PubMed database based on the selected suggested terms.

Information Source: PubMed

Special features: Searches conducted using the tool’s suggested terms create a more sophisticated search chain compared to a regular PubMed search.

Usage costs: Free

Link: MeSH on Demand

JSTOR Analyzer is a tool for analyzing text that is input via pasting, file upload, or URL. The search results display articles and books related to the text, along with a list of terms extracted from the text and used for the search. Users can add or remove terms as needed.

Information source: JSTOR

Special features: Users can adjust the weight or influence each term has on the search results.

Usage costs: Free. Additionally, the database allows users to read 100 articles per month for free if they register for a personal account (which is also free) on the website.

Link: https://www.jstor.org/analyze/

JSTOR’s AI research tool (beta) is a text analysis tool integrated within the JSTOR database. It is currently in a limited beta version, and users can sign up for a waitlist to gain access.

Information source:  JSTOR

Special features: Users can request the tool to summarize a specific article, search for additional sources on the same topic, and suggest related subjects. Once access to the AI tool is granted, users must be logged into their account for it to function properly.

Usage costs: Free. Additionally, the database allows users to read 100 articles per month for free if they register for a personal account (which is also free) on the website.

Link for more information and instructions for signing up to gain access to the beta version: https://www.jstor.org/analyze/

Link to a tutorial on using the tool from Mushtaq Bilal’s account on X (formerly Twitter)

Keenious operates by analyzing the text of an article uploaded to the tool via a PDF file, text paste, or URL.

Information source: OpenAlex

Special features: It offers add-ons for Word and Google Docs and ensures user privacy.

Usage costs: A free basic account allows limited access to results and text analysis of up to 1,000 words.

Link: https://keenious.com/?landing

Semantic Scholar is a multidisciplinary database where searches are based on the semantic analysis of the texts of the articles it covers. It was created by the Allen Institute for AI.

Information source: It contains over 200 million articles across all fields of science, including those from PubMed.

Special features: Semantic Scholar displays citation information for articles, provides a summary sentence (TLDR) for each article, allows users to browse information by topics, and enables the creation of a personal account to receive tailored recommendations for articles based on those saved. It also serves as a source of information for many other tools.

Usage costs: Free

Link:https://www.semanticscholar.org/

GPTs for Searching, Writing, Summarizing and Teaching

GPTs are specialized tools within ChatGPT for various purposes. With the release of the GPT-4O model, access to these tools is now available for free but with a limited number of daily queries. Access is via ChatGPT and the “Explore GPTs” option in the sidebar menu. The GPTs available here are designed for searching, writing, and summarizing information. Before using a new GPT for the first time, it is recommended to check its intended purposes and the suggested ways to use it.

Last update: November 19, 2024.

A GPT for searching and summarizing academic information, based on the Consensus tool, which sources its information from Semantic Scholar.

Link to the Consensus GPTs

A GPT for searching and summarizing academic information, based on the EvidenceHunt tool, which sources its information from PubMed.

Link to the EvidenceHunt GPTs

A GPT for searching and summarizing information, based on the SciSpace tool, which covers approximately 280 million academic articles.

Link to the SciSpace GPTs

A GPT for searching and summarizing information based on the multidisciplinary database Dimensions, which includes topics related to medicine.

Link to the Dimensions GPTs

A GPT for searching and summarizing information based on the databases Semantic Scholar, OpenAlex, and an additional internal database of the company. These databases are updated monthly. Since June 20, users can search for patents through the tool, with the source of information being Google Scholar.

Link to the ScholarAI GPTs

A particularly popular GPT that assists in analyzing PDF files, adding references to text, and writing text with citations. It is connected online to various databases (not explicitly stated which, but including PubMed, arXiv, and Nature).

Link to the GPTs

A dedicated GPT for academic writing (the name contains an error in the original). It composes texts in academic language and adds references within the text and at the end upon request. It is not connected to any online databases and is updated only until October 2023. Therefore, there may be inaccuracies in the references, and their currency depends on the model’s last update date.

Link to the GPTs

A dedicated GPT for writing long texts on various topics. It is one of the most popular among the existing GPTs. After entering an initial prompt, users receive a request for important details to focus the writing, such as the target audience and style. While it is less tailored for academic writing, it can serve as a preliminary draft.

Link to the GPTs

A dedicated GPT for correcting writing errors. Users can upload text and request corrections. The text will be corrected with the changes highlighted, along with an explanation of what the error was. It works in multiple languages.

Link to the GPTs

Tools for Assisting with Reading Articles and Organizing Information

Last update: June 23, 2024.

The tool SciSpace allows users to search for, receive explanations, and extract information from one or more articles. Users can utilize it for articles found through web searches or upload PDF files. It can also be accessed from anywhere online by installing its browser extension. The tool offers limited free usage.

Link: https://typeset.io/

This tool allows users to upload PDF files, receive explanations about their content, and ask follow-up questions. These functions are available at no cost and without limits. A paid account also enables users to receive summaries and save all  explanations. Registration is required to start using the tool.

Link: https://www.explainpaper.com/dashboard

This tool allows users to upload PDF files and receive explanations and summaries of their content. It operates in multiple languages and allows the processing of up to 2 PDF files per day in the free version.

Link: https://www.chatpdf.com/

An experimental tool by Google allows users to upload multiple sources of information (such as PDF files, links, and text) to receive explanations and summaries of their content. Users can perform various actions using the tool’s chat feature and by clicking on the Notebook Guide. Recently, a feature to create podcasts from the content in the notebooks has been added, currently available only in English.

The generated content can be saved as notes within the notebooks. Conversation history is not retained unless notes are saved. The tool supports multiple languages and is currently free of charge, but there are limits on the number and size of files that can be uploaded. It tends to lose context after several questions, particularly when working with multiple files. Additionally, notes may not always retain all the information as it appears in the chat, such as table formatting. This is an experimental tool with expected improvements in the future.

Link: https://notebooklm.google/

Tools for Data Analysis

Last update: August 20, 2024.

A dedicated tool for analyzing information and data. Users can upload files and request various analyses, graphs, and statistical tests. With a paid account, users can choose the model to operate, updated to the advanced models of Claude and ChatGPT.

Basic operations in the tool are free, while advanced work with multiple files and numerous queries requires paid packages. A 50% discount is available for students and academics.

Link: https://julius.ai/

A dedicated tool for analyzing information and data. Users can upload files and request various analyses, graphs, and statistical tests. In the free version, users can perform up to 10 queries per month at no cost.

Link: https://vizly.fyi/

ChatGPT, primarily through dedicated GPTs, especially Advanced Data Analysis (formerly known as Code Interpreter), allows users to upload data files and receive analyses and visualizations with the click of a button, without the need for coding knowledge. This feature is available to Plus (paid) account users and is accessible in a limited capacity to non-subscribers through the GPT-4o model.

Link: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-qUIiudCdc-advanced-data-analysis