How to Use Undermind

Getting started with Undermind

In this guide, you will learn how to quickly set up and use Undermind to discover scientific literature efficiently. By the end, you will be able to search for academic papers across various databases and refine your results for better insights.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to undermind.ai.
2. Click on the "Sign Up" button located in the top right corner.
3. Enter your email address and create a password. Alternatively, you can sign up using your Google account by clicking the "Sign up with Google" option.
4. Confirm your email address via the link sent to your inbox.
5. Log in to your account.

Step 2: Your first search

1. After logging in, you will be directed to the main dashboard. Here, you will see a search bar prominently displayed.
2. Enter a keyword or phrase related to your research topic in the search bar.
3. Press the "Enter" key or click the magnifying glass icon to initiate the search.
4. Browse through the results displayed. You can click on any title to view the abstract and details.
5. Use the filters on the left side to narrow down results by publication date, source, or type of document.

Step 3: Get better results

1. Use the "Advanced Search" option available next to the search bar for more precise queries. Here, you can add multiple keywords, specify authors, or select publication years.
2. Save your searches by clicking the "Save Search" button after performing a search. This allows you to quickly access the same search criteria later.
3. Set up alerts for specific keywords by clicking on the "Alerts" tab in the menu. This way, you'll be notified of new publications related to your interests.

Pro tip

To save time, create a list of keywords or phrases relevant to your research area before starting your search. You can copy and paste these into the search bar to quickly explore multiple topics.

Common mistake to avoid

Avoid using overly broad keywords, as this can return a flood of irrelevant results. Instead, try to be specific with your search terms to find the most pertinent literature.