Great app
Great quick summaries from complex research articles that I can post on social media. Great for science advocacy!
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Quickly search and understand millions of research studies from major databases. Generate clear, shareable summaries tailored for different audiences and platforms, including AI-generated illustrations. No account or personal data is collected.
✓Search PubMed, Europe PMC, Semantic Scholar
✓Autoimmune Research Hub
✓Platform-optimized social media posts
✓AI-generated illustrations
✓Multiple audience modes
✓No account required
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What's New in Research Unlocked
ResearchUnlocked 2.0
June 23, 2026
Literature Search, now built in You can now search PubMed, Europe PMC, and Semantic Scholar directly inside Research Unlocked. No more finding a paper in another app and copying the link across. Search by keyword, author name, or condition, browse the results, and tap Summarize the full search-to-summary flow happens in one place. Autoimmune Research Hub A dedicated research space for anyone living with, caring for, or studying autoimmune disease. Browse 40+ conditions organized by body system including Alopecia Areata, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Crohn's Disease, Type 1 Diabetes, Hashimoto's, Psoriasis, Sjogren's, and Vasculitis. Add keyword filters for treatment, mechanisms, patient outcomes, comorbidities, and more. Every result can be summarized in patient mode (plain language, what it means for daily life) or Professional mode (clinical framing and research context). Patient audience mode A new Patient audience setting adapts summaries specifically for people managing a health condition in plain language, practical focus, and no unnecessary jargon. Separate from the existing General Public, Professional, and Academic modes.
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What is Research Unlocked?
Research Unlocked is a tool that allows users to search millions of research studies from PubMed, Europe PMC, and Semantic Scholar. It then generates clear, shareable summaries tailored for different audiences and social media platforms.
How does Research Unlocked work?
You can search by keyword, author, or condition. Once a study is found, tap 'Summarize' to get a clear output. You can also add your own articles via text, URL, or file upload.
Can I use Research Unlocked for autoimmune diseases?
Yes, Research Unlocked features a dedicated Autoimmune Research Hub covering over 40 conditions across 10 body systems, with summaries available in Patient or Professional language.
What kind of summaries can Research Unlocked create?
It offers summaries in text or AI image format, optimized for platforms like Twitter/X, LinkedIn, and Instagram. You can choose from four audience modes: General Public, Patient, Professional, or Academic.
Does Research Unlocked require an account?
No, Research Unlocked does not require an account or registration. It also does not collect, store, or share any personal data.
Is Research Unlocked available on Android?
Based on the provided data, Research Unlocked is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android availability is not specified.
How often is Research Unlocked updated?
The latest version, ResearchUnlocked 2.0, was released on June 23, 2026, indicating active development. The initial release date was May 18, 2026.
Does Research Unlocked have ads?
No, Research Unlocked is ad-free and does not contain advertising trackers or third-party analytics.