paper-digest-single

Generate a structured markdown digest from a PubMed ID, DOI, arXiv ID, or local PDF.

64|12|Updated Apr 7, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/MDhewei/bioinfor-claw --skill paper-digest-single
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Skill: paper-digest-single
Source: https://github.com/MDhewei/bioinfor-claw/tree/main/paper-search-and-digest/paper-digest-single
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MDhewei/bioinfor-claw --skill paper-digest-single

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Automatically digest a single scientific paper into a structured, publishable summary to speed literature reviews and knowledge management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Metadata extraction from PubMed, CrossRef, arXiv, or local PDFs
  • Construction of a structured digest with sections such as Abstract, Key Findings, Methods, and Results
  • Flexible outputs in Markdown, JSON, or TXT for easy integration into pipelines or notebooks

Quick Start

Provide a PubMed ID, DOI, arXiv ID, or PDF path, and the tool will generate a ready-to-use digest for immediate analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-digest-single

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a structured literature review digest from a PubMed ID or DOI?

Generate a structured literature review digest by providing a PubMed ID, DOI, arXiv ID, or PDF path. The tool automatically extracts metadata, abstracts, and MeSH terms to produce a markdown summary with sections like Key Findings, Methods, and Results.

Can I extract MeSH terms and abstract sections from a local PDF for biomedical research?

Yes, you can extract metadata and abstracts from a local PDF for biomedical research. The tool processes the input to retrieve MeSH terms and constructs a structured digest containing Citation, Abstract, Key Findings, Methods, and Conclusions sections.

What is the best way to automate scientific paper summarization for knowledge management?

Automating scientific paper summarization for knowledge management is best done by converting single papers into structured markdown digests. This approach extracts core components like methods and results, outputting them in Markdown, JSON, or TXT formats for immediate pipeline integration.

Does this paper digest tool output JSON for integration into data pipelines?

Yes, the paper digest tool outputs JSON for integration into data pipelines, alongside Markdown and TXT formats. It runs as a self-contained Python script, producing structured data, a processing log, and ready-to-use summaries for notebooks or automated workflows.

How do I convert an arXiv ID into a structured markdown report with methods and results?

Convert an arXiv ID into a structured markdown report by passing the ID to the tool. It fetches the paper data, extracts the abstract and key findings, and generates a markdown file containing distinct sections for Methods, Results, and Conclusions.

What are the limitations of using automated metadata extraction for single paper digests?

Automated metadata extraction for single paper digests depends on the availability of source data from PubMed, CrossRef, arXiv, or local PDFs. Extraction quality may vary with incomplete source text, and it focuses on single documents rather than batch processing multiple papers.