About Open Knowledge Maps
Open Knowledge Maps — Open Knowledge Maps is a visual search engine for scientific knowledge. It helps users get a visual overview of a research topic, find relevant papers, and identify important concepts. It aims to revolutionize discovery by increasing the visibility of research findings for science and society alike. It is a charitable non-profit organization based on the principles of open science, creating an inclusive, sustainable, and equitable infrastructure that can be used by anyone.
Top use cases
- Researchers exploring a new field
- Students conducting literature reviews
- Professionals seeking an overview of scientific knowledge
- Organizations embedding discovery tools into their systems
Built for
Key features
- Visual overview of research topics
- Discovery of relevant papers
- Identification of important concepts
- AI-based search engine
- Customizable search filters (time range, document types, metadata quality)
Pros & cons
Pros
- Provides a visual and intuitive way to explore research topics
- Offers a broad overview of the literature landscape
- Supports open science principles
- Offers custom integration options for organizations
- Free to use
Cons
- Map quality depends on metadata quality of the underlying data sources
- Unsupported browser warning may deter some users
- Relies on external databases like PubMed and BASE
Company information
- Open Knowledge Maps Support Email & Customer service contact & Refund contact etc. Here is the Open Knowledge Maps support email for customer service: [email protected] .
- Open Knowledge Maps Company More about Open Knowledge Maps, Please visit the about us page(https://openknowledgemaps.org/about) .
- Open Knowledge Maps Linkedin Open Knowledge Maps Linkedin Link: https://www.linkedin.com/company/okmaps
- Open Knowledge Maps Twitter Open Knowledge Maps Twitter Link: https://twitter.com/ok_maps
- Open Knowledge Maps Github Open Knowledge Maps Github Link: https://github.com/OpenKnowledgeMaps
Frequently asked questions
What is Open Knowledge Maps?
Open Knowledge Maps is a visual search engine for scientific knowledge that helps you discover and explore research topics.
How does Open Knowledge Maps work?
It uses AI to create a visual overview of a research topic, allowing you to find relevant papers and identify important concepts.
What databases does Open Knowledge Maps use?
It uses PubMed (life sciences) and BASE (all disciplines).
Is Open Knowledge Maps free to use?
Yes, it is a charitable non-profit organization and the platform is free to use.
How can I support Open Knowledge Maps?
You can support them by making a donation, becoming a supporting member, or joining their team.
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