Meta, a Chan Zuckerberg Initiative project

Meta, part of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative since January 2017, is an AI-powered research tool aimed at accelerating scientific discovery. It helps researchers navigate and synthesize extensive scientific literature, enhancing their ability to find and connect relevant studies. The core offering of Meta is its AI research engine, which analyzes over 26 million scientific papers to identify connections between studies, authors, and citations. It provides free access to 18,000 journals, eliminating paywall barriers for researchers. Additionally, Meta offers collaboration tools that assist funding organizations in identifying promising research areas and facilitate connections among scientists by highlighting emerging trends. Meta's mission aligns with CZI's goal of advancing human potential through science and technology, focusing on accelerating medical breakthroughs and democratizing access to research. Operating as a nonprofit, Meta prioritizes academic influence in its citation-based AI, ensuring quality research is easily accessible.