Search, Reimagined: Meet Your Refreshed Poly LibSearch
Post Date: 15 Sep 2026
Find books, articles, journals and more with a refreshed, easier-to-use Poly LibSearch.
Search the usual way, ask questions in everyday language with Ask Anything, or use the AI-powered Research Assistant to explore a research topic.
SEARCH IN YOUR OWN WORDS
ASK ANYTHING
Not sure which keywords to use? Type your question in everyday language and Ask Anything will turn it into a library search to help you find relevant resources.
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GET A HEAD START ON YOUR RESEARCH
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Exploring a new topic? Ask a research question and Research Assistant will provide an AI-generated overview based on academic sources, with references and related resources to explore.
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Which search should I use?
✔️ Regular Search
Know the title, author or keywords?
Start with the regular Poly LibSearch search box.
✔️ Ask Anything
Have a question but don't know the right search terms?
Ask it naturally and find matching library resources.
✔️ Research Assistant
Need help getting started with a topic?
Get an AI-generated overview and discover relevant academic sources.
Use AI thoughtfully
Research Assistant is a starting point for research. Always check the original sources and verify AI-generated information before using it in your assignments.
Ready to search smarter?
