# Solutions for Researchers ![MARKETSEGMENT-RESEARCHERS-hero-education-academic-001.jpg](/sites/default/filesd10/styles/webp/public/migration/2017-11/MARKETSEGMENT-RESEARCHERS-hero-education-academic-001.jpg.webp) Develop your ideas more quickly using the full suite of industry-leading SOLIDWORKS® products, supported by local sales partners and a massive user community, all at special pricing just for research. - [Buy now](/how-to-buy/contact-research-sales) - [SOLIDWORKS Research Edition: Fundamentals 3 minutes](https://youtu.be/-tcuhQr0iVA) Start your free trial - [Try now](http://my.solidworks.com/try-solidworks?mktid=10535) ### Not Too Big, Not Too Small—Just Right No watermarks, no light versions, no delayed release cycle, no commercial pricing—all the power you need to succeed. 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