grounded-citations

Verify citations against Zotero sources and externally consulted content.

20|11|Updated Apr 19, 2026

Search Tags:#zotero #grounding #citation #academic-writing #open-research #bbt #zotero-notes

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npx skills add https://github.com/mronkko/claude-academic-research --skill grounded-citations

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: grounded-citations
Source: https://github.com/mronkko/claude-academic-research/tree/main/skills/grounded-citations
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mronkko/claude-academic-research --skill grounded-citations

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Grounded citations address the challenge of ensuring every citation in academic prose is anchored to a Zotero entry and based on externally consulted material, preventing unfounded or memory-based claims.

Core Features & Use Cases

Externalised grounding: Each citation requires a fresh fetch or Zotero note to verify content underpinning the claim.
BBT key enforcement: The citation uses a BibTeX key from Zotero, avoiding manual key creation.
Contextual validation: If the consulted material does not support the claim, the citation is dropped.
Guidance on scope: Clear rules for when not to use this skill (zotero housekeeping, auditing existing drafts).

Quick Start

Instruct Claude to insert a citation only when the source is in Zotero, has a valid BBT key, and is backed by externally consulted content.

Frequently Asked Questions about grounded-citations

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

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How do I ensure citations in academic writing are backed by Zotero sources?▼

To ensure citations are backed by Zotero sources, grounded citations verify every citation is tied to a Zotero entry and externally consulted material. This prevents unfounded or memory-based claims by enforcing a valid BibTeX key and fresh content fetch.

What is externalised grounding for Zotero notes during manuscript drafting?▼

Externalised grounding is a validation process requiring a fresh fetch or Zotero note to verify the content underpinning a cited claim. It ensures the consulted material actually supports the claim before the citation is inserted into the prose.

How do I fetch a BibTeX key from Zotero for academic writing?▼

To fetch a BibTeX key for academic writing, use a citation grounding process that enforces BBT key retrieval directly from Zotero. This avoids manual key creation by automatically extracting the BBT key during the citation insertion workflow.

Does grounded citation validation work for auditing existing drafts in Zotero?▼

No, grounded citation validation is not designed for auditing existing drafts or Zotero housekeeping. It is specifically built for live sessions during academic writing, manuscript drafting, and claims assessment across active Zotero libraries.

What happens if consulted material does not support a cited claim during manuscript drafting?▼

If consulted material does not support a cited claim during manuscript drafting, the citation is dropped through contextual validation. This ensures unsupported references are automatically removed rather than being inserted into the academic prose.