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Transform fragmented notes and endless citations into organized, citable, and collaborative knowledge for breakthrough insights. Designed for academics, professionals, and institutions.
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Trusted by Leading Research Institutions Worldwide
Over 500 universities, research institutes, and enterprises rely on Quill & Key for secure, efficient, and compliant knowledge management.
5.3M+
Research Papers Managed
1.2B+
Citations Generated Accurately
99.9%
Uptime & Data Security
Adhering to the highest standards:
HIPAA Compliant SOC 2 Type II Certified GDPR Ready
Your Complete Research Productivity Suite
Intelligent Research Management
Streamline literature reviews, document organization, and data extraction with AI-powered tagging and categorization.
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Advanced Citation Tools
Automatically generate citations in over 10,000 styles, ensuring perfect accuracy for journals, theses, and grant applications.
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Seamless Team Collaboration
Facilitate real-time collaborative document editing, shared libraries, and permission-based access for distributed research teams.
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Secure Document Storage & Retrieval
Protect your sensitive research data with enterprise-grade encryption and rapid, precise full-text search capabilities.
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HIPAA-Compliant Healthcare Research
Navigate complex medical research with confidence. Our platform ensures HIPAA compliance for sensitive patient data, secure collaboration across institutions, and efficient organization of clinical trials and systematic reviews.
- Secure handling of PHI
- Collaborative tools for inter-institutional studies
- Streamlined clinical data integration
Precision for Legal Research & Litigation
From case brief organization to legislative tracking, Quill & Key offers robust tools for legal professionals. Automate citation generation for legal documents and maintain highly secure, searchable archives of critical evidence.
- Automated legal citation formatting
- Centralized case document management
- Secure evidence repository
Empowering Academic Institutions & Students
Equip your students and faculty with the ultimate tools for academic success. Facilitate collaborative thesis writing, group projects, and integrated learning environments that enhance research and publishing workflows.
- Campus-wide license options
- Integrated library resource management
- Plagiarism detection integration
Accelerating Grant Writing & Funding
Boost your success rate in securing research grants. Organize complex proposal components, manage critical deadlines, and effortlessly integrate all supporting documentation and prior research findings into a cohesive application.
- Centralized grant proposal assets
- Collaborative drafting with version control
- Integration with funding databases
See Workflow Automation in Action
Effortless Productivity, Intelligent Results
Witness the power of AI-driven research management. Our interactive demo shows you how Quill & Key automates tedious tasks, letting you focus on groundbreaking analysis.
- Smart Document Import: Automatically categorize and tag imported research papers.
- Real-Time Citation Generation: Build perfect bibliographies as you write.
- Seamless Team Collaboration: Track changes, manage permissions, and communicate within documents.
- Advanced Search & Retrieval: Instantly find specific data across your entire research library.
Research Breakthroughs Powered by Quill & Key
Stanford University
Systematic Review Completion
"Quill & Key dramatically accelerated our systematic review process. We achieved critical milestones 40% faster, allowing our team at Stanford to publish sooner and impact patient care swiftly."
— Dr. Eleanor Vance, Lead Researcher, Precision Health Lab
NovaMed Group
Inter-Institutional Healthcare Collaboration
"Our cross-institutional healthcare research became seamless and HIPAA-compliant with Quill & Key. It's the only platform that truly supports secure collaboration across five distinct medical research centers."
— Dr. Benjamin Lee, Director of Clinical Trials, NovaMed Research
Summit Legal Partners
Legal Case Research Efficiency
"We saw a 60% reduction in case research time thanks to Quill & Key's automated citation and robust document organization. It's an indispensable tool for our litigation team."
— Jennifer Kim, Senior Paralegal, Summit Legal Partners
PhD Candidate Success
Accelerated Thesis Completion
"Before Quill & Key, my thesis research was a mess. Their intuitive organization and citation tools helped me complete my PhD thesis 3 months ahead of schedule! Truly a lifesaver."
— Maria Garcia, PhD Candidate, University of Toronto
Global Pharma Research
Enterprise Knowledge Scalability
"For a global enterprise like ours, scaling knowledge organization is paramount. Quill & Key provided the robust, secure framework we needed to manage vast research libraries and ensure compliance across all projects."
— Dr. Alex Chen, Head of R&D Operations, Global Pharma Research
National Historians Association
Archival Research Innovation
"Quill & Key transformed how our historians interact with vast archival data. The categorization and cross-referencing capabilities are unparalleled, making complex historical research more efficient than ever."
— Dr. Sophia Moreau, Executive Director, National Historians Association
Our Research-First Development Approach
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Step 1: Deep User Research
We begin by immersing ourselves in the daily challenges of academic and professional researchers, conducting extensive interviews and ethnographic studies to understand real-world workflows.
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Step 2: Workflow Analysis & Pain Point Identification
Our experts meticulously map existing research workflows, pinpointing inefficiencies, data silos, and friction points that hinder productivity and scientific rigor.
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Step 3: AI-Powered Solution Development
Leveraging cutting-edge AI, machine learning, and robust security principles, we engineer intelligent solutions designed to automate, organize, and secure research data at scale.
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Step 4: Seamless Integration & Rigorous Testing
We ensure Quill & Key seamlessly integrates with your existing academic and business productivity platforms, followed by comprehensive testing for performance, scalability, and security.
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Step 5: Continuous Improvement & Feedback Loop
Our development is an ongoing commitment. We incorporate user feedback and monitor citation generation metrics to continuously enhance features and deliver unparalleled value.
San Francisco-Based Research Software Experts
Dr. Sarah Chen
Co-founder & Chief Architect
PhD in Information Science. Former lead researcher at UC Berkeley, specializing in knowledge organization systems.
Michael Rodriguez
VP of Engineering
Ex-Google and Salesforce engineer with deep expertise in scalable cloud architectures and AI/ML development.
Dr. Eliza Wu
Head of Research & Compliance
Former research integrity officer at Stanford Medical. Specializes in HIPAA, GDPR, and academic ethics compliance.
David Kim
Director of Customer Success
Over 10 years experience supporting institutional clients and academic departments with software implementation.
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The Ultimate Guide to Academic Citation
Download our comprehensive PDF guide covering everything from APA to Chicago, ensuring perfect references every time.
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Research Workflow Optimization Checklist
Analyze and refine your current research process with our expert-curated checklist for maximum efficiency.
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Collaborative Research Best Practices Webinar
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