academic-research-hub

Search academic databases and generate citations in BibTeX, RIS, and Markdown.

Updated Mar 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/s-k-y-h-i-g-h/OpenState --skill academic-research-hub-s-k-y-h-i-g-h
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: academic-research-hub
Source: https://github.com/s-k-y-h-i-g-h/OpenState/tree/main/skills/academic-research-hub
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/s-k-y-h-i-g-h/OpenState --skill academic-research-hub-s-k-y-h-i-g-h

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires arxiv, scholarly, biopython, semanticscholar, requests, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Researchers and students face challenges in quickly finding and managing relevant academic papers across multiple sources to support their projects and studies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-Source Search: Retrieve papers from arXiv, PubMed, Semantic Scholar, and more, all in one place.
  • Download PDFs: Easily access full-text research articles for offline reading.
  • Generate Citations: Extract citations in various formats like BibTeX, RIS, and Markdown for academic writing.
  • Use Case: Imagine you need recent research on quantum computing. Use this skill to search, download, and create a bibliography, streamlining your review process.

Quick Start

Use the academic research hub to search for recent papers on machine learning and output the results in JSON format.

Frequently Asked Questions about academic-research-hub

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for academic papers across multiple databases like arXiv and PubMed at the same time?

To search academic papers across multiple databases, this Skill queries arXiv, PubMed, and Semantic Scholar simultaneously. It retrieves relevant literature and bibliographic metadata in one place, streamlining comprehensive literature reviews.

Can I automatically generate citations in BibTeX or RIS format for downloaded research papers?

Yes, you can automatically generate citations in BibTeX, RIS, and Markdown formats. The Skill extracts bibliographic metadata from retrieved papers to build formatted citations, directly assisting academic writing workflows.

What's the best way to download full-text PDFs from Semantic Scholar for offline reading?

The best way to download full-text PDFs is using the Skill's streamlined retrieval function. It accesses articles via Semantic Scholar and other connected sources, enabling offline reading and research tracking.

Do I need to install Python libraries like scholarly and biopython to use this literature search tool?

Yes, you need to install Python libraries including scholarly, biopython, arxiv, semanticscholar, and requests. These dependencies provide the API connections required for querying academic databases and automating scholarly workflows.

How does extracting references and building a bibliography work within an automated literature review?

Extracting references and building a bibliography works by aggregating search results from connected academic APIs. The Skill compiles retrieved metadata and full-text articles into an organized collection, outputting structured data like JSON for reviews.