paper-search

Search academic papers across Semantic Scholar, CrossRef, and DBLP for titles, abstracts, authors, citation counts, and BibTeX entries.

36|2|Updated Feb 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small --skill paper-search-malue-ai
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Skill: paper-search
Source: https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small/tree/main/instances/xiaodazi/skills/paper-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small --skill paper-search-malue-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users quickly find and gather information about academic papers, overcoming the challenge of sifting through vast amounts of research literature.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Academic Paper Search: Search across Semantic Scholar, CrossRef, and DBLP for papers.
  • Information Retrieval: Obtain paper titles, abstracts, citation counts, authors, and BibTeX entries.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to find the latest papers on "large language model agents" and wants to get their abstracts and citation counts to understand the field's progress.

Quick Start

Search for papers related to 'large language model agent' using Semantic Scholar.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find academic papers and retrieve their abstracts and citation counts?

To find academic papers and retrieve abstracts and citation counts, search across Semantic Scholar, CrossRef, and DBLP. This returns titles, authors, abstracts, citation metrics, and BibTeX entries for relevant literature.

Can I get BibTeX entries for research papers without needing an API key?

Yes, you can retrieve BibTeX entries for research papers without an API key. The search utilizes open APIs, specifically Semantic Scholar, to gather citation information and BibTeX data without requiring authentication.

What's the best way to search for literature on a specific topic like large language model agents?

The best way to search for literature on topics like large language model agents is querying Semantic Scholar, CrossRef, and DBLP. This retrieves titles, abstracts, and citation counts to understand field progress and identify relevant papers.

Does Semantic Scholar search support gathering research trends and citation information?

Yes, Semantic Scholar search supports gathering research trends and citation information. It retrieves paper titles, abstracts, authors, and citation counts, enabling researchers to identify relevant literature and understand ongoing research trends.

How do I search multiple academic databases like CrossRef and DBLP simultaneously?

You search multiple academic databases like CrossRef and DBLP simultaneously by using a unified search function. It queries these platforms alongside Semantic Scholar to retrieve comprehensive paper metadata, abstracts, and citation data.

Are there limitations when retrieving abstracts and titles from DBLP and CrossRef?

Limitations when retrieving abstracts and titles from DBLP and CrossRef depend on the open APIs' data availability. While Semantic Scholar requires no API key, CrossRef and DBLP retrieval is constrained by the completeness of their respective database entries.