literature-review

Gather and synthesize academic literature via web search and extraction.

Updated Jun 4, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/expectedparrot/vernon --skill literature-review-expectedparrot
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Skill: literature-review
Source: https://github.com/expectedparrot/vernon/tree/main/macaw/ep-agent/skills/literature-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/expectedparrot/vernon --skill literature-review-expectedparrot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers systematically find, synthesize, and apply academic literature to inform study design and analysis, ensuring research is well-grounded and contributes meaningfully to the existing body of knowledge.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic Literature Search: Utilizes web search to identify relevant academic papers, working papers, and review articles based on a research question.
  • Information Extraction: Extracts key details such as citations, research questions, methodologies, findings, and relevance from identified sources.
  • Literature Synthesis: Organizes extracted information into a structured review, highlighting key themes, methodological insights, gaps, and implications for study design.
  • Use Case: Before starting a new research project, use this Skill to understand the current state of knowledge on a topic, identify established measurement instruments, and refine your research question and methodology.

Quick Start

Use the literature-review skill to find and summarize academic papers related to the impact of social media on adolescent mental health.

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 synthesize academic literature to inform my study design?

To synthesize academic literature for study design, this Skill systematically searches the web for relevant papers, extracts key methodologies and findings via WebFetch, and organizes them into a structured review highlighting research gaps and implications. It grounds your research question in existing knowledge.

What is the best way to conduct a systematic literature search for a research question?

A systematic literature search is best conducted by defining a research question, using WebSearch to identify relevant academic papers and review articles, and extracting citations and methodologies. This Skill automates that process, gathering and structuring academic literature to refine your analysis.

Can I extract research questions and methodologies from academic search results?

Yes, you can extract research questions and methodologies from academic search results. This Skill uses WebFetch to pull specific details like citations, findings, and methodological insights from identified sources, organizing the extracted information into a structured literature review.

Does this literature review approach work for identifying measurement instruments before starting research?

Yes, this literature review approach works for identifying established measurement instruments. By synthesizing existing academic literature and highlighting methodological insights before starting a new research project, it helps you understand the current state of knowledge and refine your methodology accordingly.

How do I structure a literature review to highlight gaps in existing research?

To structure a literature review highlighting research gaps, this Skill organizes extracted information from academic papers into a structured output. It identifies key themes, methodological insights, and implications for study design, ensuring your research contributes meaningfully to the existing body of knowledge.