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Summary

The interface of Grapevine, illustrated in Figure 1, is user-centric and intuitive. It features a search box, a list of suggested keywords, sliders for adjusting research interests, and a display of potential advisors. This design enables students to actively engage in refining their research preferences, helping them to clarify and articulate their interests more effectively. Detailed advisor profiles, as seen in Figure 2, offer in-depth information about each advisor’s research areas, assisting students in making informed decisions. The system's underlying knowledge graph, shown in Figure 3, links advisors, research topics, and keywords to generate personalized recommendations, adapting to each student's evolving research interests.