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

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.


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.
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.

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

Equipping the next generation of scientists with the tools needed to succeed is critical. This is why we have resources, training, and promotional materials for faculty and staff to help students get started with CAS SciFinder easily and quickly.
CAS SciFinder supports academic research with:

For undergraduate and graduate students to do coursework, lab prep, and thesis research.
For faculty and advanced researchers to conduct literature reviews, curriculum development, experimental planning, and grant writing.
For librarians and academic support staff to guide students toward reliable, evidence-based resources.
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.
Click here to login to CAS SciFinder. If you are having difficulty, contact your library for specific instructions.
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.
Visit CAS.org/training for short videos and guides on how to use CAS SciFinder.


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