Litmaps
Discover the landscape of science.
Overview
Litmaps is a research discovery tool that helps you to find relevant papers and explore the academic literature visually. It creates interactive maps of the literature based on citations and keywords, allowing you to see how papers are connected and to discover new and important articles.
✨ Key Features
- Visual literature mapping
- Article discovery based on seed papers
- Automated monitoring of new research
- Collaboration and sharing of maps
- Integration with reference managers
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Interactive and visual approach to literature discovery
- Powerful tools for exploring citation networks
- Automated monitoring of new research
Unique Value: Litmaps provides a unique and intuitive visual way to explore the academic literature, making it easier to discover relevant papers and understand research trends.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- A PhD student creating a visual map of the literature for their thesis
- A researcher exploring a new field and identifying key papers
- A user setting up alerts to be notified of new papers on a specific topic
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users who only need a traditional reference manager for storing and citing sources
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike traditional search engines or reference managers, Litmaps focuses on visualizing the connections between papers, which can lead to new insights and discoveries. It is a powerful complement to other research tools.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Limited number of maps and alerts
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