academic-research

Search, download, and analyze academic papers from arXiv with category and date filters.

41|3|Updated Jan 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tdimino/claude-code-minoan --skill academic-research-tdimino
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Skill: academic-research
Source: https://github.com/tdimino/claude-code-minoan/tree/main/skills/research/academic-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tdimino/claude-code-minoan --skill academic-research-tdimino

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of finding, downloading, and analyzing academic papers, making literature reviews and research synthesis significantly more efficient.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Paper Discovery: Search vast academic databases like arXiv using precise filters.
  • Download & Read: Directly download papers and access their content for in-depth analysis.
  • Use Case: When researching "advances in multimodal LLMs," use this Skill to find the latest papers on arXiv, download the top 5 relevant ones, and get a summary of their methodologies.

Quick Start

Use the academic-research skill to find and download papers related to 'transformer attention mechanisms' from arxiv.org.

Frequently Asked Questions about academic-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find academic papers on arXiv for a literature review?

To find academic papers for a literature review on arXiv, use this Skill to search the database with precise filters for category, domain, and publication date, ensuring targeted discovery of relevant research.

Can I download and analyze academic papers directly?

Yes, you can download academic papers directly and access their content for in-depth analysis. This allows you to retrieve the full text of relevant papers and synthesize their methodologies without leaving your workflow.

What is the best way to synthesize research from multiple academic papers?

The best way to synthesize research from multiple academic papers is to use this Skill to search for specific topics, download the top relevant papers from arXiv, and generate summaries of their methodologies and findings.

Does this Skill support filtering arXiv paper search results by publication date?

Yes, this Skill supports filtering arXiv paper search results by publication date, alongside category and domain filters, enabling highly targeted academic information retrieval for research and development workflows.

What are the limitations of using arxiv-mcp-server for paper discovery?

While this Skill integrates arxiv-mcp-server for efficient paper discovery, downloading, and content analysis, it is specifically tailored for academic research workflows and relies on the availability and coverage of the arXiv database.