Main Library of Warsaw University of Technology - LeapSpace

LeapSpace – Trial Access Through November 30

Created: 02 November 2026

From 30 October to 30 November 2026, Warsaw University of Technology community can access a trial version of LeapSpace – a new AI tool from Elsevier designed to support the search, analysis and synthesis of scientific literature. The platform utilises verified academic sources and advanced content analysis features to assist with research work and the preparation of publications.

LeapSpace has been designed for researchers, PhD students, Master’s students and those involved in research analysis and management. It combines the capabilities of artificial intelligence with databases and academic publications, enabling faster information retrieval, literature analysis and support for the process of writing academic texts. Thanks to its emphasis on transparency and the reliability of sources, LeapSpace can be a valuable aid when conducting academic research.

What does LeapSpace offer?

searching for and analysing academic literature

producing in-depth literature reviews (Deep Research)
identifying trends, research gaps and areas requiring further research
comparing publications and research positions (the ‘Compare’ function)
searching for potential collaborators and experts in a given field
searching for research funding opportunities
analysing your own documents after uploading them to the system (File Upload, Writing Coach)
generating AI-powered responses backed by academic sources
supporting the process of writing academic publications using the Writing Coach module

Why is it worth trying out?

LeapSpace can be particularly useful at various stages of academic work, from launching new research projects and preparing literature reviews, through writing articles, doctoral theses and reports, to identifying new avenues of research. The tool also helps with finding experts and potential research partners, as well as preparing grant applications.

What sets LeapSpace apart from other AI tools?

Unlike general-purpose AI tools, LeapSpace has been designed specifically for academic research. It draws on data from Scopus and peer-reviewed literature, providing verifiable sources and citations. It also facilitates trend analysis, the identification of research gaps and the preparation of literature reviews.

Where does the data come from?

LeapSpace uses data from Scopus, full-text articles from Elsevier, and licensed content from other academic publishers. All answers include references to the sources on which the conclusions are based.

Trial access

Trial period: 30 October – 30 November 2026

To use LeapSpace, you must log in to your Elsevier account. If you do not yet have an account, you can create one free of charge when you log in for the first time. Please note that your Elsevier account is shared across the publisher’s various services, so if you already use Scopus or ScienceDirect, you can log in to LeapSpace using the same email address and password.