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Universal File Support & Smart Deduplication

Universal File Support & Smart Deduplication

Upload and chat with 20+ file types — PDFs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, images, HTML, EPUB, bibliography formats, and more. Files are automatically deduplicated, and the AI reads them on demand using the new read-file tool.

Improvements

  • Support for 20+ file types: PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, CSV, PNG, JPG, TIFF, BMP, HEIF, TXT, Markdown, HTML, XML, RTF, EPUB, ODT, ODS, ODP, BibTeX, RIS, and more
  • Smart file deduplication — identical files are uploaded once, saving storage and time
  • AI reads files on demand via the read-file tool for accurate content analysis
  • Files from Zotero, Mendeley, and Google Drive are automatically imported to your library
  • New library page with searchable table, sortable columns, and server-side pagination
  • Download files directly from the library with one click
  • Paper graph agent now supports direct DOI/ID lookup for faster graph building
  • Fixed citation graph edge building for accurate paper connection visualization

Find Grants — Global Funding Discovery

Find Grants — Global Funding Discovery

A new agent that searches US, EU, and UK grant databases simultaneously. Discover funding opportunities from Grants.gov, NIH RePORTER, EU Horizon Europe, and UKRI — with deadline tracking, calendar view, and AI eligibility analysis.

Improvements

  • New Find Grants agent searches 4 global funding sources in one query
  • Grants.gov integration covering all US federal agencies (NIH, NSF, DOE, DOD, USDA)
  • NIH RePORTER integration for NIH-specific funded projects and opportunities
  • EU CORDIS integration for Horizon Europe, ERC, and Marie Curie grants
  • UKRI Gateway integration for UK research council grants (EPSRC, AHRC, MRC)
  • Calendar view with today, week, and month modes for deadline tracking
  • Color-coded deadline urgency badges (red, orange, green) across all views
  • Resizable table view with sortable columns, pin support, and column visibility toggle
  • Grant source selector with distinct amber-themed UI separate from database selector

Teams, Google Drive, Writer Program & More

Teams, Google Drive, Writer Program & More

Universities and research groups can now enquire about team plans. Connect Google Drive to your workspace, apply to become a blog writer on ChatAcademia, and watch new tutorial videos for Research Verdict, Zotero, and Mendeley agents.

Improvements

  • New Teams page for universities and research institutions to explore team plans
  • Book a Call form to submit team plan enquiries directly from the website
  • Connect Google Drive to your workspace in one click
  • Import files from Drive directly into agent conversations
  • Apply to become a writer and publish blog on ChatAcademia
  • New tutorial videos for Research Verdict, Zotero, and Mendeley agents
  • Confirmation dialogs for all destructive actions (delete chat, file, column)
  • New changelog page to track all updates and new features

Annual Billing & Lifetime Plans

Annual Billing & Lifetime Plans

We've introduced annual billing with significant savings compared to monthly plans. Plus, a new lifetime one-time purchase option for researchers who want long-term access without recurring charges.

Improvements

  • Annual billing plans with discounted pricing
  • Lifetime one-time purchase option
  • New agent pages, tutorials, and hero improvements
  • Smoother plan upgrade and downgrade experience

Install ChatAcademia as a Desktop App

Install ChatAcademia as a Desktop App

ChatAcademia is now a Progressive Web App. Install it directly from your browser for a native app-like experience — faster loading, offline access to your recent chats, and a dedicated window on your desktop.

Improvements

  • Install ChatAcademia as a desktop app from any browser
  • Faster load times and app-like experience
  • Smart install banner for easy setup
  • Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux