Your Privacy-first, Evidence-driven Research Assistant BETA
Generate comprehensive state-of-the-art reviews by combining academic research, industrial insights, patent intelligence, and company data. AI-powered literature analysis, citation graphs, and novel paper generation - all running 100% locally with zero data compromise.
Comprehensive State-of-the-Art Reviews
Generate thorough literature reviews by combining academic research, industrial insights, patent information, and company data in one unified analysis
Academic Research
Peer-reviewed papers, preprints, and research publications
Industrial Insights
Industry reports, market analysis, and commercial applications
Patent Intelligence
Global patent databases, inventions, and technical specifications
Company Intelligence
Corporate data, funding rounds, and business intelligence
Perfect for:
Click on a customer type above to see how they use SotaSearch.ai
Paper Map — Create novel paper's abstracts from literature review gaps & future directions
Automatically identify research gaps and future directions, then generate compelling abstracts for novel papers — all with complete privacy.
Gap Analysis Engine
Detect contradictions, underexplored areas, and open questions across your literature set.
Abstract Generation
Turn gaps and trends into publication-ready abstracts highlighting novelty and impact.
Future Directions
Prioritize promising avenues with evidence-backed suggestions and rationale.
Visual Mapping
Interactively explore topics, clusters, and relationships to reveal knowledge gaps.
Research Synthesis
Combine multiple studies to identify patterns, inconsistencies, and synthesis opportunities.
Rapid Prototyping
Quickly generate research proposals and methodology frameworks from identified gaps.
Ready to revolutionize your research?
Use Paper Map to uncover gaps and craft strong, novel abstracts faster.
Learn SotaSearch.ai
Watch our comprehensive video tutorials to master every feature of SotaSearch.ai
Featured: SotaSearch.ai Tutorial
Discover the latest features and capabilities of SotaSearch.ai in this comprehensive tutorial that showcases the power of privacy-first, AI-driven research assistance.
Complete Research Workflow Tutorial
Master the full SotaSearch.ai research process: select papers, generate state-of-the-art reviews, create citation graphs, and generate novel paper abstracts using AI-powered insights.
Popup Menu & Library Management
Learn how to use SotaSearch's popup menu for chatting with webpages, summarizing content, and managing your research library with PDF uploads and metadata extraction.
Configuration & Setup Guide
Complete setup tutorial for configuring SotaSearch.ai with different AI providers, API keys, and local models for optimal performance and privacy.
Ready to Master SotaSearch.ai?
Watch these tutorials and transform your research workflow with AI-powered insights and complete privacy.
Compliance & Legal API Usage
We use only legally accessible APIs and comply with all academic database terms of service. Your research integrity and legal compliance are our top priorities.
PubMed & PMC
Legal access through NIH's E-utilities API. Full compliance with NCBI terms of service.
Semantic Scholar
Official API integration with Allen AI Institute. Rate-limited but fully compliant access.
Cochrane
Legal access through Cochrane's public API. Systematic review data available for research.
Google Scholar
User-initiated searches only. No automated scraping. Users provide their own API keys.
Scopus
User-provided API keys only. No commercial resale. Individual institutional access.
Crossref
Open access metadata through official Crossref API. Full compliance with open data policies.
Important Compliance Information
- No Automated Scraping: We do not scrape Google Scholar or any other academic database
- User API Keys: For Google Scholar and Scopus, users must provide their own API keys
- Rate Limiting: All API calls respect rate limits and terms of service
- Academic Use: Designed for legitimate academic research, not commercial data harvesting
- Transparent Access: Clear indication of data sources and access methods
Privacy & Security First
Your research is personal. We've built SotaSearch.ai from the ground up to protect your privacy while delivering powerful AI capabilities.
100% Local AI
WebLLM models run entirely in your browser. No data ever leaves your device.
Offline Capable
Core features work without internet connection. Your research never depends on external servers.
End-to-End Encryption
All API communications are encrypted. Your API keys and data remain secure.
Local Storage
All research data stored locally in your browser. Complete control over your information.
Zero Tracking
No analytics, cookies, or user behavior tracking. We don't know what you're researching.
GDPR Compliant
Full compliance with privacy regulations. Your rights are protected by design.
Powerful Research Tools
Everything you need for comprehensive research, from literature review to breakthrough insights.
Multi-Provider AI Support
- WebLLM: Local AI models running in your browser (Qwen2.5, Llama, etc.)
- Ollama: Local AI models on your machine (Mistral, Llama, CodeLlama)
- OpenAI API: GPT-4, GPT-3.5 through your own API key
- OpenRouter: Access to multiple AI providers (Anthropic, Google, etc.)
Context-Aware Chat
Intelligent conversations with page context integration. Your AI assistant understands what you're reading and researching.
Academic Search Integration
- PubMed: Biomedical research database
- Semantic Scholar: AI-powered paper discovery
- Cochrane: Systematic reviews and meta-analyses
- Scopus: Comprehensive academic database
- Google Scholar: Broad academic search
Citation Management
Support for all major citation formats: APA 7th, MLA 9th, IEEE, ISO 690, and BibTeX.
Advanced Research Analysis
- Semantic Graph Generation: AI-powered visualization of research relationships
- Research Gap Analysis: Identification of future research opportunities
- Knowledge Graph Building: Citation networks and semantic connections
- Frontier Mapping: Cutting-edge research direction identification
Research Workflow Tools
- Library System: Organize PDFs, web pages, and notes by topics
- AI Summarization: Intelligent content summarization and key point extraction
- Document Processing: Advanced PDF parsing with markdown conversion
- Progress Tracking: Step-by-step research planning and execution
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Choose the plan that fits your research needs. All plans include our core privacy-first features.
Perfect for students and individual researchers
- ✅ Basic literature review generation
- ✅ Citation management (up to 50 papers)
- ✅ WebLLM local AI processing
- ✅ Basic research gap analysis
- ✅ PDF upload and processing (up to 10MB)
- ✅ Community support
For serious researchers and academics
- ✅ Everything in Free
- ✅ Advanced Paper Map features
- ✅ Unlimited citation management
- ✅ Advanced research gap analysis
- ✅ Semantic graph generation
- ✅ Ollama integration
- ✅ OpenAI/OpenRouter API support
- ✅ Priority support
- ✅ Export to multiple formats
For research teams and institutions
- ✅ Everything in Pro
- ✅ Team collaboration tools
- ✅ Shared research libraries
- ✅ Advanced analytics and reporting
- ✅ Institutional compliance features
- ✅ Dedicated account manager
- ✅ Custom integrations
- ✅ Training and onboarding
All Plans Include
Academic Discounts: Students and faculty get 50% off Pro plans. Contact us for institutional pricing.
Perfect for Every Researcher & Investor
Whether you're a PhD student, professor, professional researcher, or venture capitalist, SotaSearch.ai adapts to your workflow with comprehensive state-of-the-art analysis.
Academic Researchers
PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, university professors, and research faculty.
- Literature reviews and systematic reviews
- Research gap analysis
- Citation management and bibliography
- Research methodology planning
Professional Researchers
Market researchers, policy analysts, consulting firms, and corporate R&D teams.
- Market analysis and competitive research
- Policy document review and synthesis
- Industry trend analysis
- Technical documentation analysis
Students
Undergraduate and graduate students, thesis writers, and research methodology students.
- Thesis and dissertation research
- Academic writing and composition
- Research methodology learning
- Literature review practice
Venture Capitalists & Investors
Investment firms, venture capitalists, private equity analysts, and due diligence teams.
- Company scouting and market analysis
- Due diligence research across academic, patent, and industry data
- Technology landscape assessment
- Competitive intelligence and market positioning
- Investment thesis development
Content Creators
Technical writers, journalists, research-based content creators, and educational developers.
- Research-based content creation
- Fact-checking and verification
- Source compilation and citation
- Technical documentation research
Healthcare Professionals
Medical researchers, clinicians, pharmaceutical researchers, and healthcare policy analysts.
- Clinical research and evidence synthesis
- Medical literature reviews
- Drug development research
- Healthcare policy analysis
Data Scientists
Machine learning researchers, data analysts, and quantitative research specialists.
- Research methodology validation
- Statistical analysis planning
- Literature gap identification
- Research trend analysis
Sources of Information
Comprehensive data integration from multiple academic, patent, and industry sources to generate thorough state-of-the-art reviews
Academic Literature
Peer-reviewed papers, preprints, and research publications from leading databases
Patent Databases
Global patent information including inventions, legal status, and technical specifications
Company & Funding
Corporate data, funding rounds, and research investment information
Clinical & Regulatory
Clinical trials, regulatory approvals, and medical evidence databases
Academic Literature Sources
Semantic Scholar
Free APIComprehensive academic paper database with citation networks, author information, and enhanced search capabilities
PubMed
Free APIMedical and life sciences database with MeSH terms, clinical trial references, and author affiliations
OpenAlex
Open AccessOpen access academic database with institution data, funding information, and concept modeling
Google Scholar
Via SerpAPIBroad academic coverage with citation tracking, author profiles, and related articles
Cochrane Library
Evidence-BasedSystematic reviews, clinical evidence, meta-analyses, and evidence-based medicine resources
Scopus
PremiumComprehensive citation database with author metrics, institution rankings, and research impact analysis
Patent Databases
Google Patents
Via SerpAPIGlobal patent database with patent family information, inventor data, and classification codes
USPTO
Free APIUnited States Patent and Trademark Office database with application data and legal status updates
Patentscope (WIPO)
InternationalInternational patent database with PCT applications, patent families, and global coverage
EPO OPS
EuropeanEuropean Patent Office database with legal status, opposition proceedings, and European classification
Company & Funding Sources
Crunchbase
Business DataCompany information, funding rounds, investor data, and acquisition information
OpenCorporates
Corporate RegistryCorporate registry data with company relationships, director information, and financial filings
SEC EDGAR
RegulatorySEC filings, financial data, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance information
NIH Reporter
Research FundingNIH grant data with research funding, principal investigator information, and project details
NSF Awards
Research FundingNSF grant database with research funding, awardee information, and research areas
CORDIS (EU Research)
EU FundingEU research projects with Horizon 2020 funding, research consortiums, and project outcomes
Clinical & Regulatory Sources
ClinicalTrials.gov
Clinical RegistryClinical trial registry with study protocols, patient recruitment data, and study outcomes
FDA Drugs
RegulatoryFDA drug approvals with safety data, labeling information, and adverse event reports
WHO Trials
InternationalInternational clinical trials with WHO trial registry and global health research data
Data Processing & Synthesis Pipeline
Content Extraction
Advanced parsing using Mozilla's Readability algorithm for web pages and pdf2md for PDF documents
Metadata Detection
Automatic detection of academic sources, extraction of authors, DOI, venue, and publication year
AI-Powered Analysis
Intelligent synthesis using advanced prompts to generate 200-250 word academic summaries
Cross-Source Integration
Unified data format with citation network analysis, duplicate detection, and quality scoring
Review Generation
Multi-source synthesis following academic writing standards and literature review methodologies
Privacy-First Processing
All data processing occurs locally in your browser. No research data is sent to external servers, ensuring complete confidentiality of your work. API calls are made directly from your device using your own API keys when available.
Chrome Web Store Launch
SotaSearch.ai is currently in final development and testing phases. We're working hard to bring you the most secure and powerful research assistant.
Launch Progress
Current development status and upcoming milestones
Core Development
WebLLM integration, Paper Map features, and privacy infrastructure completed
Beta Testing
Internal testing with research teams and academic partners
Chrome Extension
Final extension development and Chrome Web Store submission
Public Launch
Chrome Web Store release and public availability
100% Local AI Processing
Your research data never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy and security
Advanced Literature Review
Generate comprehensive reviews, identify research gaps, and create citation networks
Semantic Search & Analysis
Find relevant papers faster with AI-powered semantic search and intelligent analysis
Research Visualization
Create interactive graphs, citation networks, and research maps to visualize connections
Setup Requirements
To use SotaSearch.ai with local AI models, you need to enable WebGPU in your browser and optionally set up Ollama.
Watch our step-by-step configuration guide to get started quickly
Enable WebGPU in Chrome
WebGPU is required for running local AI models directly in your browser. Follow these steps to enable it:
Check Chrome Version
Ensure you're using Chrome version 113+ on Windows/macOS/ChromeOS, or version 121+ on Android.
chrome://version
Enable WebGPU Flag
Navigate to Chrome flags and enable WebGPU support:
chrome://flags/#enable-unsafe-webgpu
Set "Enable Unsafe WebGPU" to "Enabled" and restart Chrome.
Enable Hardware Acceleration
Ensure hardware acceleration is enabled:
chrome://settings/system
Check "Use hardware acceleration when available" is enabled.
Update GPU Drivers
Update your GPU drivers to the latest version for optimal WebGPU compatibility.
Important Note
WebGPU is currently experimental. Some features may not work on all systems. If you experience issues, consider using Ollama as an alternative.
Setup Ollama for Local AI
Ollama allows you to run AI models locally on your machine with full privacy and control.
Install Ollama
Download and install Ollama from ollama.ai
Set Extension Origin
Configure Ollama to accept connections from the SotaSearch.ai extension:
setx OLLAMA_ORIGINS "chrome-extension://*,extension://*,http://localhost:11434"
ollama serve && ollama serveexport OLLAMA_ORIGINS="chrome-extension://*,extension://*,http://localhost:11434" && ollama serveDownload AI Models
Download your preferred AI models using Ollama:
ollama pull llama3.1:8b
ollama pull mistral:7b
ollama pull codellama:7bTest Connection
Verify that Ollama is running and accessible from the extension. You should see "Ollama Connected" in the extension settings.
Benefits of Using Ollama:
- Full Privacy: AI models run entirely on your machine
- No Internet Required: Works offline once models are downloaded
- Custom Models: Use any model compatible with Ollama
- Better Performance: Faster response times with local processing
Setup OpenAI API Integration
Integrate OpenAI's powerful AI models like GPT-4 and GPT-3.5 through their API for enhanced research capabilities.
Create OpenAI Account
Visit OpenAI Platform and create an account to access their API services.
Generate API Key
Navigate to the API Keys section in your dashboard and click "Create new secret key" to generate your API key.
Security Note
Copy and save your API key immediately - it won't be visible again after closing the dialog.
Configure in Extension
Add your OpenAI API key to the SotaSearch.ai extension settings:
1. Open SotaSearch.ai extension
2. Go to Settings → AI Providers
3. Select OpenAI
4. Enter your API key
5. Choose model (GPT-4, GPT-3.5-turbo, etc.)
6. Set usage limits if neededTest Connection
Verify your OpenAI integration by asking a research question in the extension. You should see responses from the selected OpenAI model.
Benefits of Using OpenAI:
- Advanced Models: Access to GPT-4, GPT-3.5-turbo, and other cutting-edge AI models
- High Quality: Superior reasoning and analysis capabilities for complex research tasks
- Reliability: Enterprise-grade API with high uptime and performance
- Continuous Updates: Always access to the latest model improvements and features
Pricing Information
OpenAI API usage is charged per token. Check OpenAI's pricing page for current rates and set usage limits in your account to control costs.
Common WebGPU Issues & Solutions
WebGPU is experimental technology. Here are solutions to common problems:
WebGPU Not Available
Problem: "WebGPU is not supported" error
Solution:
- Update Chrome to version 113+ (Windows/macOS) or 121+ (Android)
- Enable WebGPU flag:
chrome://flags/#enable-unsafe-webgpu - Restart Chrome completely
Slow Performance
Problem: Very slow AI processing
Solution:
- Ensure hardware acceleration is enabled
- Update GPU drivers to latest version
- Close other GPU-intensive applications
- Consider using Ollama for better performance
Browser Crashes
Problem: Browser crashes during AI processing
Solution:
- Reduce model size (use smaller WebLLM models)
- Increase browser memory allocation
- Use Ollama instead of WebGPU
- Report issues to our support team
Alternative Solutions
If WebGPU doesn't work:
- Ollama: Local models with better performance
- OpenAI API: Cloud-based with high reliability
- OpenRouter: Multiple AI providers
Performance Tips
- Model Selection: Start with smaller models (7B parameters) for faster processing
- Hardware: Dedicated GPU recommended for optimal performance
- Browser: Chrome 113+ with latest updates provides best WebGPU support
- Memory: 8GB+ RAM recommended for smooth operation
Ready to Get Started?
Choose your preferred AI setup method and start using SotaSearch.ai with powerful AI models.
Contact Us
Have questions or need support? Get in touch with our team.
Email Us
Send us an email at [email protected]
Join the Waitlist
Be among the first to experience SotaSearch.ai when we launch. Join our exclusive waiting list for early access.
Ready to Transform Your Research?
Join thousands of researchers who've already discovered the power of privacy-first AI assistance.