literature-review

Synthesize literature across multiple databases into citation-verified Markdown and PDF reviews.

1|2|Updated Jan 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danieldekay/copilot-config-promptops --skill literature-review-danieldekay
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Skill: literature-review
Source: https://github.com/danieldekay/copilot-config-promptops/tree/main/skills/literature-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danieldekay/copilot-config-promptops --skill literature-review-danieldekay

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Systematic literature reviews require coordinating searches across multiple databases, rigorous screening, and structured synthesis. This Skill provides a repeatable workflow and professional output generation to save time and improve reliability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-database search orchestration (PubMed, arXiv, bioRxiv, Semantic Scholar) and transparent documentation of search strategies
  • Systematic screening and thematic synthesis following established methodologies (PRISMA-ready)
  • Generation of professional Markdown and PDF outputs with verified citations in multiple styles (APA, Nature, Vancouver, etc.)
  • Use Case: A graduate student performing a literature review for a thesis can execute a reproducible workflow and obtain a publication-ready document

Quick Start

Provide a topic and run the literature-review workflow to generate a structured, thematically organized review PDF.

Frequently Asked Questions about literature-review

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

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How do I conduct a systematic literature review across multiple databases like PubMed and arXiv?

A systematic literature review across databases like PubMed and arXiv is conducted by orchestrating multi-database searches, performing PRISMA-aligned screening, and generating citation-verified Markdown and PDF outputs with transparent search strategies.

Can I generate a PRISMA-ready literature review with verified citations in different styles?

Yes, you can generate a PRISMA-ready literature review with verified citations in styles like APA, Nature, and Vancouver, producing professional Markdown and PDF outputs with consistent references for publication-ready documentation.

What is the best way to synthesize biomedical research papers for a graduate thesis?

The best way to synthesize biomedical research papers for a thesis is applying thematic synthesis following established methodologies, which delivers a reproducible workflow and a structured, thematically organized review document.

Does this literature review workflow support reproducible search strategies for policy analysis?

Yes, this literature review workflow supports reproducible search strategies for policy analysis by documenting searches across Semantic Scholar and bioRxiv, ensuring transparent methods and thematic synthesis for research projects.

How do I automate PDF generation for a systematic review with thematic synthesis?

You automate PDF generation for a systematic review by executing the workflow with your topic, which applies thematic synthesis and citation verification to output a structured, publication-ready PDF document.

What databases are supported for systematic literature searches and citation verification?

Supported databases for systematic literature searches and citation verification include PubMed, arXiv, bioRxiv, and Semantic Scholar, enabling comprehensive multi-database search orchestration with transparent documentation.