Dear KAUST Faculty, Researchers, Students, and Staff,
The KAUST Library is thrilled to announce the subscription to Overton.ai, a powerful new resource designed to help our researchers demonstrate and amplify the real-world impact of their work.
Overton.ai is the world’s largest searchable index of policy documents, parliamentary transcripts, government guidelines, and think tank publications. It provides unparalleled insights into how research is being used in policymaking worldwide, connecting academic outputs to global decision-making.
What makes Overton.ai a game-Changer for KAUST researchers:
- Track research impact: See where your publications, data, and expertise are cited or referenced in policy documents from over 180 countries and 1,000,000 sources. This is crucial for demonstrating societal impact and for grant applications.
- Discover relevant policy: Access a vast collection of policy documents, parliamentary transcripts, and grey literature, helping you understand the policy landscape relevant to your research area.
- Identify funding opportunities: Uncover organizations, policymakers, and funding bodies interested in specific research topics, aiding in the identification of new grant and collaboration opportunities.
- Find collaborators: Identify key policymakers, think tanks, and organizations working on topics relevant to your research, fostering interdisciplinary and real-world partnerships.
- Inform research direction: Gain insights into current policy debates and emerging areas of interest to inform and shape future research questions.
How to access Overton.ai
You can now access Overton via the Library’s website by going to the Databases A–Z list and logging in with your standard KAUST credentials.
Explore Overton to boost the visibility and policy impact of your research.
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