Reading Assistant on ScienceDirect uses a domain-specific LLT (Large Language Technology) built specifically for scientific literature. It draws exclusively from millions of peer-reviewed, full-text research articles and book chapters.
Please note: you must always consult your School, module instructor or supervisor's guidelines on the use of AI as some courses may restrict or prohibit the use of generative AI in academic work. QUB Position on AI offers University guidance for staff and students.
Reading Assistant will display when your are successfully authenticated to the library link for ScienceDirect with your Queen's University Belfast credentials. Reading Assistant panel is generated when you are viewing a full text article or book chapter on ScienceDirect. Reading Assistant allows you the option to summarise content, pinpoint relevant insights, ask pre-generated questions, and interact in an open ended chat interface. Research Assistant will always cite the specific source for every generated assertion.
The use of Reading Assistant on ScienceDirect is currently restricted to 5 articles a month for each user as the feature is in beta stage.