Description
Mendeley is a platform that allows scholars from all over the world to collaborate and opens up science for everyone. It provides essential tools for reference management, research data management, and citation, making it easier for researchers to manage their work efficiently.
The platform offers an API that enables developers to build tools that enhance researchers' lives. Mendeley's API community is a space where developers can explore various resources, including core API resources and datasets API resources. The Mendeley API Team has communicated recent changes to the platform, focusing on the features that users value the most. This includes the retirement of certain features like Mendeley Feed, Public Groups, and Profiles, allowing the team to concentrate on improving reference management and citation tools.
Mendeley also supports a variety of integrations with other applications that researchers commonly use. For instance, PaperShip provides mobile access to Mendeley libraries, while KinSync automatically sends documents from Mendeley to Kindle devices. Other integrations include Altmetric, Scopus, and Overleaf, which enhance the research workflow by connecting Mendeley with various tools and platforms.
The Mendeley Developer Portal is a resource for developers looking to leverage Mendeley's capabilities. It offers guides on how to use the API, sample code, and quick start guides for both core and datasets APIs. Additionally, Mendeley encourages users to join its Developer community, which consists of over 5,000 Mendeley Advisors who help improve research practices globally.
Overall, Mendeley is not just a reference manager; it is a comprehensive research tool that fosters collaboration and innovation in the academic community.
Mendeley's Core Features
Reference Management
Research Data Management
Citation Tools
API Available
Mobile Access
Integration with Other Applications
Developer Community
Guides and Resources
How to use Mendeley?
Explore Mendeley tools: Discover the various tools available for research management.
Join the Developer community: Connect with other developers to share ideas and resources.
Use the API: Leverage the Mendeley API to build custom tools for research.
Integrate with other apps: Connect Mendeley with applications like Overleaf and Scopus for enhanced functionality.
Mendeley's Use Cases
- Research Management
- Collaboration
- Citation Generation
- Data Management
- API Development









