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Guides, tutorials, and workflows for biological science researchers

9 min

How to Organize Gene Research Data

Stop losing gene info in spreadsheets. Import from NCBI Gene, enrich with UniProt, and build a connected knowledge graph of your genetics research.

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7 min

Building a Research Collaboration Network

Track co-authors, affiliations, and scientific collaborations. Build a visual network of who works with whom in your field.

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8 min

Essential Tools for Microbiology Research

From bacterial strain tracking to virulence factor organization — discover how digital tools can transform your microbiology workflow.

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10 min

Best Knowledge Graph Apps for Scientists in 2026

Compare the top knowledge graph and research organization tools for scientists. From Obsidian to Pilus — find the best fit for biological research.

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Guide: Import from PubMed

Import PubMed articles into Pilus in one click. This tutorial shows you how to auto-extract titles, authors, DOIs, and build your literature base.

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How to Organize Scientific Literature

A step-by-step approach to managing your reading list, building citation networks, and connecting papers to your active research.

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Welcome to Pilus

Introducing Pilus — the knowledge graph app for biological sciences. Learn how it connects your conferences, articles, genes, and ideas.

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