NELSON is the University's discovery platform. It allows users to search a wide range of library content, encompassing both subscribed and open-access materials, including journals, books, and videos. The integrated AI Research Assistant within NELSON enables users to submit prompts instead of traditional keywords. 

Key Features 

• Top 5 Sources: Generates a succinct overview and lists the top five most relevant sources. Note that the sources listed may not be available in the library collections to access immediately.  
• Related Research Questions: Suggestions for further research questions that are related to the initial prompt, helping users explore topics more broadly. 
• Multilingual Search: Supports searching in local languages, which can be particularly beneficial for international students. The sources will primarily be in English, but the overview will be in the language used in the search prompt. 

Limitations 

• No Follow-up Questions: Does not allow for conversational follow-up questions, but offers alternative suggestions for refining or expanding the search. 
• Search Exclusions: There are content types that may be excluded from the search. A detailed list of exceptions can be found on the Ex Libris-knowledge base.