Semantic Scholar, developed by the Allen Institute for AI, is a free, AI‑powered academic search engine indexing over 200 million scholarly papers. Its mission is to accelerate scientific breakthroughs by using artificial intelligence to make research more accessible and discoverable.

For the maritime sector, Semantic Scholar provides open access to research that strengthens maritime education, enhances safety and supports security innovations. AI‑generated summaries, citation graphs and personalized recommendations help learners and scholars quickly identify relevant studies in engineering, logistics, law and cybersecurity.

By integrating AI tools into the learning process, Semantic Scholar empowers maritime students, educators and professionals to engage with global scholarship more efficiently, ensuring that teaching and industry practices are informed by the latest evidence‑based research.

Key Resource Areas from Semantic Scholar

• Ship Stability & Engineering – AI‑curated papers on vessel design, hydrostatics, and safety criteria
• Port Logistics & Operations – Research on efficiency, digitalization and sustainable management
• Maritime Security – Studies on piracy prevention, cyber resilience and international law
• Environmental Compliance – Insights into MARPOL standards and sustainable shipping practices
• AI Integration in Learning – Tools for summarization, citation mapping and personalized recommendations