PaperPandaPaperPanda is a powerful and user-friendly alternative to the Open Access Button, designed to help researchers, students, and academics access millions of research papers with just one click. While the Open Access Button was a pioneering tool in the open access movement, PaperPanda takes this concept to the next level with enhanced functionality and a more intuitive user experience.
Add to Chrome – it’s freePaperPanda searches across multiple open access repositories including OpenAccessButton, OaDoi, SemanticScholar, Core, ArXiV, and the Internet Archive. This comprehensive approach ensures you have the best chance of finding the paper you need, even if it's not available through traditional open access channels.
Unlike the Open Access Button, PaperPanda works directly in your browser as a Chrome or Firefox extension. Simply click the panda icon when you're on any academic website, and PaperPanda will automatically detect the paper and search for an open access version.
PaperPanda can be configured to search through your university's library system, giving you access to papers that might be available through your institutional subscription. This feature bridges the gap between open access and subscription-based content.
PaperPanda's optimized search algorithms and multiple repository integration make it faster and more reliable than traditional open access tools. The extension works offline once installed and doesn't require you to visit external websites.
Add to Chrome – it’s freeWhen you encounter a paywalled research paper, simply click the PaperPanda icon in your browser toolbar. The extension will:
PaperPanda represents the evolution of open access tools. While the Open Access Button was instrumental in raising awareness about open access publishing, PaperPanda builds upon this foundation to provide a more comprehensive and user-friendly solution for accessing research papers.
Our mission is to democratize access to scientific knowledge, making research papers freely available to everyone, regardless of their institutional affiliation or financial resources. By combining the best aspects of open access tools with modern browser technology, PaperPanda ensures that no researcher is left behind due to paywalls or access restrictions.
Ready to experience the next generation of open access tools? Install PaperPanda today and discover why thousands of researchers worldwide have made the switch from traditional open access buttons to our comprehensive solution.