Scite

Research AI

AI platform that helps researchers discover and evaluate scientific articles through smart citations.

About Scite

Scite is a powerful AI tool that helps researchers understand the context of scientific citations. Its 'Smart Citations' feature shows whether a paper has been supported or contrasted by subsequent research, providing a more nuanced view of an article's impact and reliability.

Whether you need help writing code, drafting emails, brainstorming creative ideas, or explaining complex topics, Scite serves as a versatile digital assistant capable of handling a wide array of linguistic tasks with remarkable nuance and accuracy.

Key Features

Smart Citations

See exactly how other researchers have cited a paper—whether they support or contrast its findings

AI Research Assistant

Use a conversational AI to get evidence-based answers to your research questions

Citation Network Visualization

Explore the connections between different research papers and authors visually

Reference Check

Automatically check your own manuscripts for retracted or highly contrasted references

Journal Metrics

Access detailed metrics and insights into the impact of various scientific journals

Pros & Cons

Pros

+The 'Smart Citations' feature provides invaluable context on how a paper is actually received
+Excellent at identifying whether a paper's findings have been supported or contradicted
+The AI research assistant provides evidence-based answers with direct links to sources
+Strong focus on research integrity and helping users avoid retracted or unreliable papers
+Highly respected tool within the scientific community for its data-driven approach

Cons

-The free tier's citation lookups are relatively limited for active researchers
-The interface can be a bit technical and may take some time to master
-Subscription costs can be significant for individual researchers without institutional access
-Effectiveness is dependent on the breadth of the scientific literature indexed by the platform

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scite free to use?

Scite offers a limited free tier that allows for a small number of Smart Citation lookups. For unlimited access and full use of the AI research assistant, a premium subscription is required.

What are 'Smart Citations'?

Smart Citations use AI to classify how a research paper has been cited by others. Instead of just a count, Scite shows you whether the citing paper supports, contrasts, or simply mentions the original research.

Can Scite help me check my own research?

Yes, Scite includes a 'Reference Check' feature that allows you to upload your own manuscript to ensure you aren't citing retracted or highly contrasted research papers.

Updated on May 2026