What is Research the Gap?
A free tool that helps researchers identify gaps in medical research. Simply enter a topic (for example, Diabetes or Prostate Cancer), then choose two of six dimensions: Population, Methodology, Independent Variable, Outcome, Setting, and Study Location. The tool then generates a heatmap showing how many papers address each pair of values within the chosen dimensions. You can explore each pair and gain insight into the existing studies - if any - and start planning your next paper accordingly.
Problem
Researchers manually review literature to find gaps, which is time-consuming and inefficient in identifying comprehensive patterns.
Solution
A web-based tool that uses AI-powered analysis of six dimensions (Population, Methodology, etc.) to generate heatmaps visualizing research gaps, enabling users to plan studies effectively.
Customers
Medical researchers, PhD students, and academics focused on publishing novel studies in healthcare.
Unique Features
Focus on six customizable research dimensions with interactive heatmaps, enabling granular gap identification in medical studies.
User Comments
Saves hours of literature review
Intuitive interface for non-technical users
Helps pinpoint understudied areas quickly
Free access accelerates research planning
Limited customization beyond predefined dimensions
Traction
Launched in 2023, 8k+ monthly active users, featured on 50+ university resource portals, founder has 2.3k LinkedIn followers
Market Size
Global medical research market valued at $200+ billion in 2023 (Grand View Research), with 2M+ active researchers worldwide.
