Researchers across WashU now have full access to Overton, the world’s largest searchable policy database.
Why use Overton?
- Track Your Impact: Search by person, article, or set of articles to see how your research influences global policy and clinical guidelines.
- Search Policy Documents and Grey Literature: Discover government documents, working papers, and other publications not found in traditional journals.
- Data Integration: The expansion also includes access to the Overton API for large-scale data analysis or dashboard creation.
Curious about how to apply Overton data? See ICTS Publication Snapshot for 2024 and Telling Your Story.
Want to learn more?
Overton hosts regular 1-hour introductory webinars for current users looking for a refresher, or new users exploring what Overton can do. Register for free at Overton 101 Webinars. The next session for the Americas is April 23, 2026.
For more immediate guidance, see the Overton How To Guides.
School of Medicine Faculty and Staff: If you need an Overton impact report for a grant application or promotion/tenure, please reach out to AskBecker@wustl.edu.