Note-Taking & Organisation
Obsidian
Knowledge base with linked thinking
Free for personal / $50/yr commercial
FreeOverview
Obsidian is a powerful note-taking app that uses bidirectional links to connect your ideas. With community AI plugins, it becomes a powerful research knowledge management system.
Best For
Researchers who want a personal knowledge management system with full data ownership
Pros
- Local-first (your data stays on your device)
- Powerful plugin ecosystem
- Beautiful knowledge graphs
Cons
- Steep learning curve
- Requires setup for academic workflows
Tags
linked notesknowledge graphmarkdown