Tools for Research and Writing
Penn Libraries makes a variety of tools available that facilitate the process of writing research papers at any level. Platforms like NoodleTools, PowerNotes, and LaTeX can help you organize your notes, create outlines, and more.
Featured tools
Need more research and writing help? Contact your subject librarian!
Noodle Tools
An open source language and environment for statistical computing and graphics. It has both the flexibility and steep learning curve of a programming language.List
- Workshop
March 24, 2026
Grad Cafe: Preparing to Share Your Research Data
This workshop will teach researchers the steps needed to prepare research data for deposit into a data repository.
- 3:00pm - 4:00pm
- Van Pelt Library, 2nd Floor, 1955 Conference Room 241
Open to Penn Graduate Students Only
- Workshop
April 13, 2026
Researching Creatively!
Get a head start on finding sources for your term papers by joining librarians for this low-stakes workshop, where we will delve into how to bring creativity to your research practice.
- 1:00pm - 2:00pm
- Fisher B Level Seminar Room, Fisher Fine Arts Library, Lower Level
Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
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