literature-review

Organizes submitted papers into thematic, evidence-based summaries for literature reviews.

Updated Mar 12, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/faizalhaini958/igris --skill literature-review-faizalhaini958
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Skill: literature-review
Source: https://github.com/faizalhaini958/igris/tree/main/skills/literature-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/faizalhaini958/igris --skill literature-review-faizalhaini958

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers and students organize, synthesize, and identify gaps in existing literature for academic writing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Information Extraction: Pulls key findings, methodologies, and limitations from research papers.
  • Thematic Synthesis: Organizes papers by theme, chronology, or methodology to build a coherent narrative.
  • Gap Identification: Pinpoints areas where current research is lacking, providing a basis for new studies.
  • Use Case: A PhD student can use this Skill to process dozens of papers for their thesis's literature review chapter, ensuring all relevant work is covered and key research gaps are clearly articulated.

Quick Start

Organize the provided research papers by theme and identify any research gaps.

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 research papers for a literature review section?

To synthesize research papers for a literature review, you organize them by theme, chronology, or methodology to extract key findings and build a coherent narrative. This process structures related work and highlights limitations.

How do I identify research gaps in academic writing?

Identifying research gaps in academic writing involves applying a gap analysis framework to existing literature. By extracting key findings and categorizing papers thematically, you pinpoint areas where current research is lacking for new studies.

What is the best way to organize research papers by theme for a thesis?

Organizing research papers by theme for a thesis requires extracting methodologies and limitations from each source. Thematic synthesis groups related work into categories, ensuring all relevant work is covered and structured coherently.

Can I structure a literature review chronologically and by methodology?

Yes, you can structure a literature review using chronological, thematic, or methodology-based organization. The approach categorizes papers by their chronological progression or research methods to build a structured narrative.

Does processing dozens of papers for a literature review require manual gap analysis?

Processing dozens of papers for a literature review does not require fully manual gap analysis. The task utilizes a provided gap analysis framework and synthesis phrases to systematically extract findings and identify research gaps.

Why should I categorize research papers by methodology in a literature review?

Categorizing research papers by methodology in a literature review clarifies how different approaches address the research problem. This methodology-based organization highlights contrasting techniques and pinpoints limitations in current studies.