literature-review

Automates systematic literature reviews across PubMed, arXiv, and Semantic Scholar databases.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Zehong-Wang/Kosmos --skill literature-review-zehong-wang
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Skill: literature-review
Source: https://github.com/Zehong-Wang/Kosmos/tree/main/kosmos-reference/kosmos-claude-scientific-writer/.claude/skills/literature-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Zehong-Wang/Kosmos --skill literature-review-zehong-wang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the complex and time-consuming process of conducting systematic literature reviews, ensuring comprehensive coverage, verified citations, and professional output.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic Search: Integrates with multiple academic databases (PubMed, arXiv, Semantic Scholar, etc.) to perform comprehensive searches.
  • Citation Verification: Automatically verifies all DOIs and citation details for accuracy.
  • Professional Output: Generates professionally formatted Markdown documents and PDFs in various citation styles (APA, Nature, Vancouver).
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to write a literature review for a grant proposal. This Skill can systematically gather, synthesize, and format all relevant studies, saving weeks of manual work and ensuring high academic rigor.

Quick Start

Use the literature-review skill to conduct a systematic review on the topic of 'CRISPR gene editing for sickle cell disease'.

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 automate a systematic literature review across academic databases?

To automate a systematic literature review, this Skill integrates search across academic databases like PubMed and arXiv to gather studies, extract data, assess quality, and synthesize findings. It generates formatted Markdown and PDF documents with verified citations.

Can I verify citations and format references in APA or Nature style?

Yes, you can verify citations and format references in APA, Nature, or Vancouver styles. The Skill automatically verifies DOI accuracy and citation details, then outputs professionally formatted Markdown documents and PDFs in your specified citation style.

What's the best way to extract and synthesize data for scientific writing?

The best way to extract and synthesize data for scientific writing is using automated data extraction and quality assessment. This Skill systematically gathers relevant studies across multiple academic platforms, synthesizes the data, and generates professional documents with verified citations.

Do I need to install requests to perform data synthesis from academic research?

Yes, you need to install the requests dependency to perform data synthesis. This Python library enables the Skill to communicate with integrated academic databases and retrieve the research papers needed for systematic literature reviews and citation verification.

How does citation management work for systematic reviews with verified DOIs?

Citation management for systematic reviews works by automatically verifying all DOIs and citation details for accuracy across gathered studies. The Skill then generates professionally formatted Markdown documents and PDFs using specified citation styles like APA, Nature, or Vancouver.

What are the limitations of automating academic research data synthesis?

Limitations of automating academic research data synthesis include dependence on the coverage and API availability of integrated academic databases like PubMed, arXiv, and Semantic Scholar. The Skill requires the requests library and cannot verify citations for studies lacking accessible DOIs or metadata.