citation-verification

Verify academic citations for accuracy using WebSearch and Google Scholar.

21|4|Updated Mar 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/HaipingXu/social-science-claude-scholar --skill citation-verification-haipingxu
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Skill: citation-verification
Source: https://github.com/HaipingXu/social-science-claude-scholar/tree/main/skills/citation-verification
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HaipingXu/social-science-claude-scholar --skill citation-verification-haipingxu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents the critical errors and reputational damage caused by inaccurate, inconsistent, or entirely fake citations in academic writing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Proactive Verification: Verifies every citation during the writing process using WebSearch and Google Scholar.
  • Fake Citation Prevention: Identifies and flags AI-generated or fabricated citations.
  • Use Case: When writing a research paper, use this Skill to automatically check that every reference you add actually exists, has correct author and title information, and is properly formatted, before you submit.

Quick Start

Use the citation-verification skill to check the accuracy of all references in the document.

Frequently Asked Questions about citation-verification

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify academic citations to prevent fake references in research papers?

The skill verifies citations by cross-referencing references against WebSearch and Google Scholar to confirm author, title, and formatting accuracy. It identifies common error patterns and flags AI-generated citations to ensure research integrity.

How do I check if AI-generated citations are real or fabricated?

Checking AI-generated citations involves validating each reference through WebSearch and Google Scholar to ensure the papers actually exist. This verification flags fabricated references and corrects erroneous metadata to maintain academic writing integrity.

Can I use bibtexparser and arxiv to automate reference checking in academic writing?

Yes, reference checking can leverage bibtexparser to parse BibTeX files and arxiv to validate preprint citations. These dependencies support automated verification workflows to ensure citation accuracy and prevent fake references in research papers.

How do I detect common error patterns in academic references before submission?

Detecting common error patterns in academic references requires verifying each citation's metadata against authoritative sources during the writing process. Using WebSearch and Google Scholar helps identify incorrect author names, titles, or formatting inconsistencies.

Does citation verification work with semanticscholar for research integrity checks?

Citation verification integrates with semanticscholar to validate academic references and ensure research integrity. This dependency allows users to cross-check citation details against the Semantic Scholar database to prevent fake or erroneous references.