Intelligent discovery. Faster insight.

Dimensions linked data solutions for smarter analysis

170m

Patents

2.5m

Policy documents

8.1m

Grants

42m

Datasets

280m

Online citations

164m

Publications

938k

Clinical Trials

Transform research analysis

We make finding and interpreting global research data fast and simple.

Dimensions provides a suite of research applications and time-saving solutions that connect the dots across the research ecosystem for rapid insight.

We host the largest collection of interconnected global research data , including over 70% of publications with full-text indexing. We then layer this data with easy-to-understand visualizations, purpose-built applications and integrated AI technology to speed up interpretation.

Whatever you need to uncover, our solutions are built to propel your research and save you hours of time.

A new dimension for research

What is Dimensions?

We provide the world’s largest collection of linked research data, accessible via our web platform and time-saving, workflow-based applications. The Dimensions database consists of vast amounts of linked data from various disciplines in a single platform.

If you have more specific or unique requirements, such as integrating your own data or building a customized solution for your business, our experienced data science experts can help meet your needs.

Drive efficiencies in your workflow

Fast-track your workflow. See some of our most popular uses below or explore our use cases to see what else we can do.

Conduct horizon scanning

Quickly undertake complex landscape analysis.

Identify new technologies, spot research opportunities and stay ahead of competitors. Access to the comprehensive Dimensions database allows organizations to identify patterns and make informed decisions for strategic future planning.

Our visual and interactive application allows you to analyze millions of research outputs for any given research landscape in seconds.

Find reviewers fast

Pinpoint reviewers for grant applications or publication manuscripts at speed.

Access a data-driven list of potential reviewers. A “match score” listed against each individual gives an idea of how well their expertise aligns with your application/manuscript.

Quickly identify research security risk

Protect your institution against research security risk, as we make it fast and simple to manage compliance.

Easily and confidently inform disclosures, prioritize risk factors, and review research networks in a purpose-built research security application that draws on the largest scientific research database, for robust and fast verification.

Find a solution for your needs

With Dimensions, the possibilities are endless.

We’re proud to serve organizations big and small across government bodies, pharmaceutical companies and corporate enterprises to leading universities and publishers.

Dimensions data solutions cover the entire research life cycle, from grants to policy documents, providing comprehensive insights that look beyond the publications. We put users at the heart of what we do and have created solutions to solve everyday research problems.

Dimensions platform solutions

Discover time-saving solutions to accelerate your workflow.

At Digital Science, we developed Dimensions by collaborating with leading research organizations worldwide. As a result, we were able to produce a linked data system that considers all your research needs and more.

Dimensions Analytics

Find the information you need in millions of publications, patents, datasets, grants, and more, and get an overview of topics, organizations, people, or network profiles.

Dimensions Landscape & Discovery

Horizon scan in seconds, with your own customized landscape analysis dashboard and visually explore publications, grants, patents, and clinical trials within minutes.

Dimensions Perspectives & Insights

Get insights to support research strategy, impact assessment and collaboration analysis. Benchmark against others to identify trends, patterns and opportunities.

Dimensions Reviewer Finder

Find expert reviewers fast – as you pinpoint reviewers for grant applications or publication manuscripts

Dimensions Research Security

Identify potential risks to your research security, verify disclosures, and review research networks – quickly, efficiently, and thoroughly.

Dimensions GBQ

Seamlessly combine Dimensions data with your own private and external datasets to analyze billions of data points in seconds and create actionable insights.

Dimensions API

Stream research data into your workflows without manual intervention and access full text search and data retrieval for use in complex analyses and visualizations.

Dimensions Industry Partnerships

Gain actionable insights to help corporate relations, tech transfer, and research engagement teams identify opportunities and build high-impact collaborations.

Dimensions webinars

[Webinar

**From rankings to reputation intelligence**

Jun 24th 3:00pm BST

Exploring the data behind research performance, visibility and academic reputation University rankings attract strong opinions and significant attention from senior leadership teams. Yet discussions often focus on explaining outcomes rather than examining…](/content/webinars/from-rankings-to-reputation-intelligence/index.html)

[On Demand Webinar

**Getting more from Dimensions Analytics: a practical guide for publishers**

Dimensions Analytics supports a wide range of workflows across scholarly publishing organisations – but with so much capability in the platform, it can be hard to know where to look beyond your immediate day-to-day use. In this webinar, Susan Forbes…](/content/webinars/getting-more-from-dimensions-analytics-a-practical-guide-for-publishers/index.html)

[On Demand Webinar

**Preparing for the ERA Act: Building an Audit-Ready Research Security Workflow**

The ERA Act will make research security a legal obligation across EU Member States — and most institutions are not yet ready. In this practical webinar, Shane Jackson, Product Specialist for Dimensions Research Security, will show how institutions can mov…](/content/webinars/preparing-for-the-era-act-building-an-audit-ready-research-security-workflow/index.html)

Featured content

[Blog

**How relying solely on internal or industry data leads to incomplete strategy and missed opportunities.** \
When your research institution seeks companies to partner with you most likely ask questions like: Which technologies companies are investing in? Which firms should you approach? Which sectors align with your institutional strengths? In other words, you f…](/content/blog/how-relying-solely-on-internal-or-industry-data-leads-to-incomplete-strategy-and-missed-opportunities/index.html)

[Use Case

**Accelerate product innovation and decision-making** \
Accelerating life sciences knowledge discovery, Dimensions helps R&D and product managers to save time and resources, discover where to invest most effectively, and boost innovation initiatives.](/content/resources/accelerate-product-innovation-and-decision-making/index.html)

[Case Study

**Transforming Interdisciplinary Research Assessment at Syracuse University** \
Learn how Syracuse University used Dimensions to build a multi-institutional model for tracking collaboration, influence and growth.](/content/resources/transforming-interdisciplinary-research-assessment-at-syracuse-university/index.html)