bgpt-paper-search

Retrieve structured metadata from full-text papers via BGPT MCP.

1|Updated Mar 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli --skill bgpt-paper-search-scimate-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: bgpt-paper-search
Source: https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli/tree/main/internal/skills/bundled/claude-scientific-skills/skills/bgpt-paper-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli --skill bgpt-paper-search-scimate-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The BGPT Paper Search skill helps researchers quickly locate full-text scientific papers and extract structured experimental data (methods, results, sample sizes, quality scores, and conclusions) from the BGPT MCP server, reducing manual screening and data extraction effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured data extraction: retrieves 25+ metadata fields per paper, including experimental details and conclusions.
  • Evidence-synthesis workflows: supports literature reviews, meta-analyses, and evidence mapping across studies.
  • Remote server integration: leverages BGPT MCP to access curated databases without local data hosting.

Quick Start

Configure BGPT MCP server as described, then run a search_papers query with a topic like "CRISPR gene editing efficiency in human cells".

Frequently Asked Questions about bgpt-paper-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract structured data from full-text scientific papers for a literature review?

You can extract structured data from full-text scientific papers by querying the BGPT MCP server with a topic, which returns 25+ metadata fields including methods, results, sample sizes, quality scores, and conclusions for evidence synthesis.

What kind of experimental data can I retrieve for systematic reviews and meta-analyses?

For systematic reviews and meta-analyses, you can retrieve experimental details, methods, results, sample sizes, quality scores, and conclusions from full-text papers, reducing manual screening and data extraction effort across biology and medicine.

How do I start searching for papers once my BGPT MCP server is configured?

Once your BGPT MCP server is configured, start searching by running a search_papers query with a specific topic like "CRISPR gene editing efficiency in human cells" to retrieve structured experimental data.

Do I need a local database to access curated scientific literature for evidence mapping?

No local database is required for evidence mapping, because the skill leverages remote BGPT MCP server integration to access curated databases and retrieve structured experimental data without local data hosting.

Can I use this structured literature extraction approach for biology and medicine research workflows?

Yes, structured literature extraction is explicitly applied to data-extraction workflows, literature reviews, and evidence syntheses across biology and medicine research domains via the BGPT MCP server.

What are the limitations of using BGPT MCP for structured data extraction?

The primary limitation is that this structured data extraction requires access to a configured BGPT MCP server and uses the search_papers tool, meaning it cannot function without that specific remote server dependency.