lit-search

Map research papers into a per-topic wiki workspace with references.bib.

43|2|Updated Apr 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/andrehuang/researcher-pack --skill lit-search-andrehuang
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: lit-search
Source: https://github.com/andrehuang/researcher-pack/tree/main/skills/lit-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/andrehuang/researcher-pack --skill lit-search-andrehuang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Map a subfield by discovering, organizing, and cross-linking research papers into a persistent, wiki-integrated lit workspace. TRIGGER when the user wants to build a literature review, survey a subfield, do a paper search, find related work, or map what exists on a topic.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Persistent per-topic workspace under wiki/queries/<topic>/
  • Memory-bank.md, mind-graph.md, references.bib, and discussions/ for paper comparisons
  • Chains to /paper-read for per-paper summaries and deep-read ingestion; chains to /research-companion for idea triangulation

Quick Start

Start by providing a topic phrase to map, for example: neural-symbolic reasoning in agent-based modeling.

Frequently Asked Questions about lit-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build a literature review workspace for mapping a research subfield?

To build a literature review workspace, you map a subfield by discovering and organizing research papers into a persistent, wiki-integrated environment. This creates a living bibliography under wiki/queries/<topic> with memory-bank, mind-graph, and references.bib files.

What is the best way to organize literature search results and cross-link paper summaries?

Organizing literature search results is best handled by cross-linking discovered papers to per-paper summaries and topic pages across a wiki. This approach enforces a multi-angle search flow and maintains a persistent memory-bank for iterative literature mapping.

Can I use web-search to iteratively find related work and generate a references.bib file?

Yes, you can iteratively find related work using web-search tools to generate a references.bib file. The process maps discovered papers into a per-topic wiki workspace, automatically building a structured bibliography for your research queries.

Does this literature search approach support comparing multiple papers within a specific topic?

This literature search approach supports comparing multiple papers by creating a discussions directory within your per-topic workspace. It allows you to map what exists on a topic and cross-link findings for comprehensive paper comparisons.

How do I start a multi-angle literature search to survey what exists on a topic?

Start a multi-angle literature search by providing a topic phrase to map, such as neural-symbolic reasoning. The system then enforces a mandatory multi-angle search flow to discover and curate papers, building a mind-graph and memory-bank.

What tools work with a wiki workspace for deep-reading research papers?

A wiki workspace for literature mapping chains to paper-read tools for per-paper summaries and deep-read ingestion. It also connects to research-companion tools for idea triangulation, enhancing your bibliography with detailed analysis.