
Accelerate academic research with trusted insights
From coursework to cutting-edge discovery, CAS SciFinder® empowers academic researchers with curated, comprehensive scientific information.

Why CAS SciFinder matters in academia
Whether you’re preparing a lecture, writing a dissertation, or developing a new research project, your success hinges on your ability to find accurate, relevant information quickly. CAS SciFinder provides the data and literature needed to move forward confidently.


Search smarter, not harder
With millions of substances and an ever-growing volume of published research worldwide, finding the scientific information you need can be overwhelming. CAS SciFinder has the tools necessary to navigate the chaos and deliver the most relevant insights.
- Acquire targeted results with intuitive natural language search that uses AI to interpret even the most complex queries.
- Search across chemical substances and reactions plus peer-reviewed articles, journals, and patents – all in one place.
- Set up custom Alerts to stay current with the latest publications in your field.
Plan experiments with confidence
Time in the lab is critical for students and faculty alike. With the advanced reaction searching and retrosynthesis tools of CAS SciFinder, you can expedite the planning process and get to the lab faster.
- View detailed experimental procedures to guide your in-lab work.
- Use retrosynthetic analysis to plan syntheses using available instrumentation.

"CAS SciFinder keeps me out of the library and in the lab."

Built by scientists. Tuned for academia.
Equipping the next generation of scientists with the tools needed to succeed is critical. This is why we have resources for students and faculty to get started with CAS SciFinder easily and quickly.
Features for your academic success
CAS SciFinder supports academic research with:
- Curated scientific content - extracted and indexed daily by expert scientists from global literature.
- Integrated tools - including results summarization and citation maps, a structure drawing tool, and more.
- Comprehensive coverage - from ChemZent® historical abstracts to modern analytical methods and formulations.
- Life sciences capabilities - such as sequences, bioactivity data, and more.

Who uses CAS SciFinder in academia?
Students
For undergraduate and graduate students to do coursework, lab prep, and thesis research.
Faculty
For faculty and advanced researchers to conduct literature reviews, curriculum development, experimental planning, and grant writing.
Librarians
For librarians and academic support staff to guide students toward reliable, evidence-based resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for CAS SciFinder as a student?
You can register for CAS SciFinder through your academic institution’s library website with an issued email address. Contact your institution librarian for more details.
Where do I log in to CAS SciFinder for my university?
Click here to login to CAS SciFinder. If you are having difficulty, contact your library for specific instructions.
Can I use CAS SciFinder off campus?
Yes. You can use CAS SciFinder off campus through a VPN or a proxy server. Contact your library for instructions on how to set those up.
Where can I learn how to use CAS SciFinder?
Visit CAS.org/training for short videos and guides on how to use CAS SciFinder.
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