Artificial intelligence (AI) Tools

Artificial Intelligence tools offer unparalleled support in achieving academic and professional goals by streamlining research, enhancing learning experiences and fostering innovative teaching methods.

AI can be a useful resource, whether it’s used to automate mundane tasks or provide fresh insights into complex data.

These tools are intended to support honest academic endeavors, providing innovative solutions to real-world challenges faced by students and educators. It is imperative that these tools are used responsibly and ethically, upholding the principles of academic integrity. These are not shortcuts but rather catalysts for better understanding and greater efficiency in our pursuit of knowledge, communication and understanding.

Comprehensive Tools

Tool Name and Website Link	Description
Microsoft Copilot	An AI companion that enhances productivity and creativity across various applications. Perfect for managing daily tasks and generating content.
ChatGPT	OpenAI’s conversational AI tool that can assist with writing, providing insights and automating tasks, making it valuable for academic endeavors.
Claude.ai	Designed as a safe, accurate and secure AI assistant, suitable for a range of work-related tasks including language, reasoning and analysis.
Caktus AI	Helps students write essays, solve math problems and even code, making it a comprehensive tool for homework assistance.

Presentation, Design, Data Visualization

Tool Name and Website Link	Description
Plus.ai	Integrates with Google Slides to offer AI-powered suggestions for creating presentations, acting as a personal presentation assistant.
SlidesAI	Transforms text into polished presentations, allowing users to focus on content quality without worrying about design complexities.
Gamma	A versatile tool that generates AI-driven presentations, webpages and documents, making it ideal for students and faculty looking to present ideas beautifully with minimal effort.
Tome	Simplifies the process of creating presentations, ideal for students and educators who need to convey complex ideas visually.
Julius	Demystifies data analysis and visualization, offering a user-friendly interface for quick and approachable complex tasks.

Research Assistants

Tool Name and Website Link	Description
Scholarcy	Summarizes lengthy research articles, saving time for those engaged in extensive literature reviews.
Elicit	Uses semantic search to swiftly locate relevant literature. Indispensable for answering research queries with precision.
SciSpace	Shines in conducting literature reviews with advanced semantic search capabilities, making it a go-to for comprehensive academic research.
Consensus	Designed for academia, an AI-powered search engine that offers innovative features for PhD candidates and researchers seeking in-depth exploration of topics.
Explainpaper	Helps users comprehend complex language in peer-reviewed papers, with a free tier that suits most needs.
Genei	Best for summarizing content, saving valuable time for researchers who need to digest large volumes of information quickly.

Transcription Tools

Tool Name and Website Link	Description
Otter.ai	Transcribes lectures and meetings, ensuring that students and faculty can review and study spoken content with ease.
TextToHandwriting	Converts typed text into handwriting, useful for creating personalized study materials.
Maestra.ai	A free live transcription tool that helps students with note-taking and transcribes lectures in real time.

Writing Assistants

Tool Name and Website Link	Description
Paperpal	Simplifies academic writing and journal submission. Integration with Microsoft Word and online document options streamlines the writing process.
Trinka	Goes beyond grammar checks, assisting in finding the right tone and style for academic writing, ensuring alignment with scientific standards.
QuillBot	Offers a reliable solution for paraphrasing, helping to rephrase and refine academic writing with ease.
Writefull	Solid editing and content creation tools, enhancing the quality of academic writing across disciplines.

Quiz Preparation, Learning Aids, Productivity

Tool Name and Website Link	Description
Quizgecko	Excellent for creating and sharing quizzes, which can be used for test preparation or as a learning assessment.
Upword	Designed for studying and learning, helping students to absorb and retain information more effectively.
Socratic	Provides video explanations for questions — a great resource for visual learners and those seeking clarification on challenging topics.
BeeDone	Gamifies productivity and habits.