Scite

Scite is a research tool that goes beyond counting citations to show how papers actually cite one another. Its Smart Citations reveal whether other work supports or contrasts a given claim.

What it does

Scite analyzes citations to show the context in which a paper is referenced, distinguishing supporting from contrasting evidence. That lets you judge how well a claim holds up rather than relying on citation counts alone. You can search a large index of scientific papers and use its tools to cite sources you have reason to trust.

Who it’s for

Scite suits researchers, academics and students who need to evaluate the evidence behind scientific claims and cite reliably. The added citation context is its key strength, though it is a paid tool aimed at serious research and its usefulness depends on the coverage of the indexed literature. It is a paid tool — see the website for current pricing and any trial.