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  • Limited commenting
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  • Join up to 3 research groups
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Researcher Connect

For early researchers, not in Top 2%
$1.25/month
$15/year (billed annually)
  • Advanced Search
  • Enhanced profile customization
  • Read posts & discussions
  • Unlimited commenting
  • Publish up to 8 posts/month
  • Direct messaging (100/month)
  • Join up to 15 research groups
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For Top 2% users with claimed profiles
$3.25/month
$39/year (billed annually)
  • Advanced Search
  • Top 2% verified badge
  • Custom Profile URL
  • Enhanced profile customization
  • Read posts & discussions
  • Unlimited posts
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  • Unlimited direct messaging
  • Create up to 10 groups
  • Join other research groups
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Academic Premium

For claimed institutions only
$33.25/month
$399/year (billed annually)
  • All features of lower tiers
  • Advanced Search
  • Institutional Profile
  • Institution's researchers showcase
  • Researcher transfer management
  • Job postings