Overview
Dimensions.ai is a comprehensive, AI-powered research information platform that unifies publications, grants, patents, clinical trials, policy documents, datasets, and citations into a single linked-data ecosystem. It provides researchers and decision-makers with interactive visualizations, workflow-based applications, and integrated AI tools to accelerate discovery, benchmark performance, and inform strategy—all without toggling between siloed databases Dimensions.
Key Features
- Linked Research Database: Access over 146 million publications, 31 million grants, 163 million patents, 882 000 clinical trials, and more in one platform Dimensions.
- Dimensions Analytics: Perform ad hoc searches across all content types, visualize trends by topic or organization, and drill into citation and altmetric metrics Dimensions.
- Landscape & Discovery: Horizon-scan research fields via customizable dashboards, spotting emerging topics and competitive gaps in seconds Dimensions.
- Expert Identifier & Reviewer Finder: Automatically match manuscripts or grant proposals to reviewers and collaborators based on topical expertise and match-score algorithms Dimensions.
- Research Security: Evaluate institutional and collaborator risk by flagging sensitive affiliations, funding sources, and compliance issues across global research outputs Dimensions.
- Dimensions API & GBQ: Stream data into custom workflows via RESTful API or query billions of data points in Google BigQuery for large-scale analytics Dimensions.
- Open Research Module: Monitor preprints, open-access trends, and policy compliance to support transparency and reproducibility initiatives.
How It Works
- Sign Up & Access: Request a demo or log in to the web platform—no local installation needed.
- Unified Search: Enter keywords or filters to retrieve linked records across publications, grants, patents, and more.
- Visualize & Analyze: Use built-in dashboards to explore co-authorship networks, funding landscapes, or topic trajectories.
- AI-Assisted Insights: Leverage recommendation engines for reviewer suggestions, trend alerts, and risk flags.
- Export & Integrate: Download reports, export data tables, embed interactive charts, or call the API/GBQ for programmatic access.
Benefits of Using Dimensions.ai
- End-to-End Research Workflow: Replace multiple databases with one interconnected system, saving hours of manual reconciliation.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Surface actionable insights—emerging fields, top funders, high-impact authors—through intuitive visual tools.
- Scalable Analysis: From individual literature reviews to institution-wide benchmarking, handle any scale of query with purpose-built apps.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Share live dashboards, battlecards, and expert lists with colleagues, ensuring alignment on research priorities.
- Built-in Compliance & Security: Quickly identify potential conflicts of interest or security risks in global research partnerships.
Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
| Unifies diverse research data types (publications, grants, etc.) | Premium modules and API access require enterprise licensing |
| Powerful AI-driven discovery and recommendation tools | Steep learning curve for advanced analytics features |
| Real-time collaboration with shareable dashboards and exports | No offline or desktop client—web-only access |
| Scalable via API and Google BigQuery for custom data pipelines | Custom pricing; self-serve quotes not publicly available |
| Robust security and compliance modules for risk management | Initial setup and training recommended to maximize ROI |
Use Cases
- Academic Institutions: Track research output, benchmark departments, and identify funding opportunities.
- Pharmaceutical R&D: Map clinical trial landscapes, patent trends, and competitor pipelines.
- Government & Policy: Inform policy decisions with evidence synthesis from grants, publications, and regulations.
- Corporate Innovation: Scan emerging technologies, spot white-space opportunities, and monitor IP filings.
- Publishers & Funders: Streamline peer review assignments and assess portfolio impact.
Case Studies / Impact Examples
- PLOS: “PLOS relies on Dimensions for baseline data about institutions and their funding sources for agreement discussions…” —Sara Rouhi, PLOS Dimensions.
- Emerald Publishing: “With Dimensions, I don’t waste my time clicking through and switching between databases to find the answers to my questions.” —Aidan Morrison, Emerald Publishing Dimensions.
- National Physical Laboratory: Reported a 10× improvement in research evaluation speed using Dimensions Analytics dashboards Dimensions.
Pricing Information
Dimensions.ai is offered via usage-based subscriptions tailored to organizational needs. Common plans include:
- Academic & Nonprofit: Tiered access to core data and analytics modules, with discounted rates for research institutions.
- Commercial & Government: Full platform access—including API, GBQ, and compliance modules—priced per seat or data-volume tiers.
- Enterprise: Custom SLAs, dedicated onboarding, single sign-on (SSO), and private-cloud deployment options.
For detailed pricing and licensing terms, contact the Dimensions sales team for a personalized quote Dimensions.
FAQs
What data sources does Dimensions include?
Publications, grants, patents, clinical trials, policy documents, datasets, and citation/altmetric metrics, all interlinked in a single database Dimensions.
Can I integrate Dimensions data into my own apps?
Yes—use the Dimensions REST API or Google BigQuery connector to programmatically query and analyze data.
Is there a free trial?
Demo accounts and limited-access trials are available to qualified institutions; full trials require contacting sales.
How does the Expert Identifier work?
It matches keywords and document content to researcher profiles, scoring expertise based on publication history and citations.
What support is provided?
All customers receive online documentation, webinars, and email support; enterprise clients access priority support and training.
Call-to-Action
Ready to transform your research workflows with linked data and AI insights? Request a Dimensions.ai demo today and unlock smarter discovery!
