citation-trace

Trace backward references and forward citations from seed papers.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Biajin-PKU/research-harness --skill citation-trace
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: citation-trace
Source: https://github.com/Biajin-PKU/research-harness/tree/main/codex-skills/citation-trace
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Biajin-PKU/research-harness --skill citation-trace

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Expand a paper set by tracing references and forward citations from seed papers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Backward and forward citation tracing: trace references cited by seeds and identify papers that cite them.
  • Seed-driven expansion: expand literature from seed papers while filtering low-value branches.
  • Provenance and integration: ingest results into Research Harness for review and drafting.

Quick Start

Provide seed papers by IDs, DOIs, or titles and run the skill to begin expanding your literature set.

Frequently Asked Questions about citation-trace

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I expand my literature review using seed papers?

Trace forward citations and backward references from your seed papers to expand your literature review. Provide IDs, DOIs, or titles to initiate the expansion, which filters out low-value branches automatically.

What is forward and backward citation tracing for research proposals?

Citation tracing maps the intellectual lineage of seed papers by finding works that cite them and references they cite. This expansion technique identifies high-value literature for drafting research proposals.

Do I need DOIs to trace references and forward citations?

No, you can provide seed papers using IDs, DOIs, or titles. However, you must have access to citation data and integration with Research Harness workflows to store provenance and gate expansions.

How does citation tracing filter low-value literature branches?

The skill evaluates traced references and forward citations to filter out low-value branches. It then ingests only high-value expansions into Research Harness, ensuring your literature review remains focused and provenance-tracked.

Can I use citation tracing to build literature reviews with Research Harness?

Yes, citation tracing integrates directly with Research Harness to store provenance and gate expansions. It traces references and forward citations from seed papers, ingesting filtered high-value results into your research workflows.