Inventorus Gives Scientists Access to Over 500 Million Research Documents

Knowledge for Everyone

Inventorus’ extensive database is now open to anyone involved in science or technology — from students to full research teams. According to platform representatives, this decision is part of a broader effort to make knowledge a universal right rather than a privilege. AI-powered tools help researchers uncover new connections, ideas, and research directions.

Inventorus has become the first private initiative to offer a systemic digital solution that supports Russia’s scientific sovereignty. Users now have access to publications, patents, author data, institutional profiles, and technology information, all enhanced by AI-based analytics and navigation. Access is available through inventorus.ru, where registration is free.

Smarter Data Search

Evgeny Elfimov, founder of the platform and member of the Public Council under Roskomnadzor, emphasized that open access creates a single digital gateway for researchers, breaking down barriers and enabling equal participation regardless of background, region, or funding. With Inventorus, integrating scattered data becomes dramatically easier.

AI modules streamline the discovery of links between ideas, authors, and technologies, while network navigation expands opportunities for interdisciplinary research.

“Inventorus can become an integral part of the country’s innovation infrastructure — from patent research to expert and partner matching. Improving traceability of both young scientists and technology companies is a crucial step toward identifying technologies that can be applied to real-world problems and advancing applied science.”

Alexander Fertman

Managing Director of Science and Technology Development at the Skolkovo Foundation

Free access to such a large research database is a milestone in strengthening Russia’s scientific digital infrastructure and promoting homegrown innovation platforms.

Integration and the Road Ahead

Inventorus has the potential to compete with major international platforms such as Google Scholar. Its adoption is expected to accelerate discoveries and enhance the efficiency of Russian research and development projects. In the near future, Inventorus could evolve into a full-fledged ecosystem where research activities connect seamlessly with analytics and AI-powered "knowledge maps". The platform is set to be integrated into universities, research centers, and grant monitoring systems as a core scientific search tool.

To reach full competitiveness with international peers, developers must address several challenges: ensuring compliance with citation standards, improving metadata accuracy, and navigating copyright and licensing frameworks.

Despite these hurdles, experts predict a rapid increase in users among Russian research institutions and a growing number of international partnerships. In time, Inventorus may collaborate with foreign educational centers and participate in global research projects as a key instrument for joint innovation.