Which academic databases does Isaac search?

Isaac searches across major academic databases including Semantic Scholar and OpenAlex, giving you access to millions of peer-reviewed papers.

Can I upload my own papers to Isaac?

Yes. Upload PDFs directly into your workspace and use our AI chat to ask questions about them, extract key points, and reference them in your writing.

How does Isaac help with citation management?

Isaac automatically generates citations in your preferred format (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) and maintains your reference list as you write.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which academic databases does Isaac search?: Isaac searches across major academic databases including Semantic Scholar and OpenAlex, giving you access to millions of peer-reviewed papers.
Can I upload my own papers to Isaac?: Yes. Upload PDFs directly into your workspace and use our AI chat to ask questions about them, extract key points, and reference them in your writing.
How does Isaac help with citation management?: Isaac automatically generates citations in your preferred format (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) and maintains your reference list as you write.

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