contrib-extract

Extract and explain research paper contributions using a four-part rubric.

7|1|Updated Apr 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gyy0592/claude-config --skill contrib-extract
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: contrib-extract
Source: https://github.com/gyy0592/claude-config/tree/main/skills/contrib-extract
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gyy0592/claude-config --skill contrib-extract

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Papers often hide their real contributions beneath background text, inflated claims, and implementation details; this Skill extracts every distinct novelty and explains why it matters, where it appears, and what the key equation is. The output is structured to give a reader immediate clarity on "what is actually new" without wading through the full pipeline description.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Four-ingredient contribution blocks: For each contribution, produce a headline, type, motivation, an old-vs-new comparison when applicable, an intuition grounded in a scenario, and a core formula or mathematical object.
  • Source-fidelity and equation cross-checking: Verifies formula symbols against page images and enforces a checklist-driven math explanation to avoid transcription errors.
  • Use Cases: Rapid literature triage, preparing peer review summaries, generating contribution sections for a research reading group, or acting as the first stage in an automated paper-reader pipeline.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to list and explain every distinct contribution of the target paper, giving motivation, intuition with a scenario, an old-vs-new comparison if relevant, and the core formula for each contribution.

Frequently Asked Questions about contrib-extract

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract novel contributions from a research paper during literature review?

Extracting novel contributions from a research paper involves identifying each distinct novelty and explaining its motivation, intuition, and core formula. This skill structures the output into four-part blocks to clarify what is actually new without reading the entire pipeline description.

What is the best way to summarize a paper's core formulas and motivation for a reading group?

Summarizing a paper's core formulas and motivation requires structuring each contribution with a headline, old-vs-new comparison, and scenario-based intuition. This approach generates clear contribution sections for research reading groups or peer review summaries.

Can I cross-check extracted mathematical formulas against the original paper page images?

Cross-checking extracted mathematical formulas against original page images is supported to verify formula symbols and prevent transcription errors. This enforces a checklist-driven math explanation for accurate literature triage.

How do I identify the actual novelty in an academic paper hidden behind background text?

Identifying actual novelty in an academic paper requires filtering out inflated claims and implementation details to isolate distinct contributions. This skill applies a structured rubric to separate background text from genuine methodological advancements.

Does this paper reading workflow require access to the full text and equation images?

This paper reading workflow requires access to the full paper text and equation images to accurately extract and explain contributions. It processes academic and technical papers during literature review or when invoked via a contributions query.

When should I use an automated paper-reader pipeline for contribution extraction?

Use an automated paper-reader pipeline for contribution extraction during rapid literature triage, peer review preparation, or when you need structured contribution blocks. It acts as the first stage to clarify distinct novelties before deeper analysis.