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Summarize academic papers into structured Problem, Method, Results, and Limitations sections.

11|1|Updated Feb 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/michaelrizvi/claude-config --skill paper
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Skill: paper
Source: https://github.com/michaelrizvi/claude-config/tree/main/skills/paper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/michaelrizvi/claude-config --skill paper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps researchers quickly read, summarize, and analyze academic papers (PDF or text) to surface actionable insights, reducing time spent on manual reading.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured summarization capturing Problem, Key idea, Method, Results, and Limitations.
  • Comparative analysis against related work and clear notes for literature reviews.
  • Math and equations are included when relevant, with precise reasoning and assumptions.

Quick Start

Provide a concise structured summary of the given paper, including problem, methods, results, and limitations.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper

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

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How do I summarize academic papers to extract core insights quickly?

Summarizing academic papers involves extracting the problem, key idea, method, results, and limitations to surface actionable conclusions. This structured approach reduces manual reading time by focusing on precise claims and relevant mathematics without unsupported assertions.

Can I analyze PDF documents for a literature review?

Analyzing PDF documents for a literature review allows you to compare related work and generate clear notes. The process applies structured summarization across multiple papers to capture core insights and actionable conclusions for comparative analysis.

Does this academic text analysis include math and equations?

Academic text analysis includes math and equations when relevant to the paper. The process ensures precise reasoning and assumptions are maintained, capturing the method and results accurately while avoiding hallucinations or unsupported assertions.

What is the best way to structure a summary of a research paper?

The best way to structure a research paper summary is by focusing on five areas: problem, key idea, method, results, and limitations. This structured summarization ensures precise claims and actionable conclusions are extracted efficiently.

What are the limitations of automated paper summarization?

Automated paper summarization limitations include the risk of unsupported assertions or hallucinations if not properly constrained. The process avoids this by ensuring precise claims, including relevant mathematics, and strictly adhering to the text provided in the PDF or text input.