Connected Papers

Connected Papers functions as an interactive literature analysis platform that leverages the Semantic Scholar Paper Corpus to generate dynamic network graphs based on co-citation and bibliographic coupling. By inputting a single "seed paper," users can generate a force-directed graph where nodes represent related documents clustered together by conceptual similarity rather than just direct citation chains. The platform features customizable node scaling to reflect citation popularity, color-coding for publication dates, and dedicated tabs to isolate "Prior Works" (seminal ancestral papers) and "Derivative Works" (subsequent state-of-the-art studies). Tailored for academics, graduate students, and applied scientists, its practical value lies in transforming linear database results into scannable visual maps, ensuring comprehensive literature tracking, identifying research gaps, and supporting reference exports in formats like BibTeX.