paper-search-skill

Searches academic sources and returns structured metadata for up to 20 papers.

Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Blake-John/agent-config --skill paper-search-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: paper-search-skill
Source: https://github.com/Blake-John/agent-config/tree/main/.zeroclaw/workspace/skills/paper-search-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Blake-John/agent-config --skill paper-search-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Researchers and students spend extensive time locating, downloading, and summarizing relevant academic papers across multiple repositories. This skill consolidates search, retrieval, and initial reading into a unified workflow to accelerate literature reviews.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Source-wide search across arXiv, PubMed, bioRxiv, medRxiv, Google Scholar, and Semantic Scholar.
  • Download & read papers from primary sources, including PDFs, abstracts, and metadata.
  • Research workflow integration: organize results, summarize key findings, and track citations.
  • Use Case: Quickly assemble a reading list for a topic like reinforcement learning or CRISPR research, with concise summaries and source details.

Quick Start

Search for recent papers on a topic and automatically fetch, open, and summarize the top results.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-search-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search academic papers across arXiv, PubMed, and bioRxiv at the same time?

To search academic papers across arXiv, PubMed, and bioRxiv simultaneously, this skill queries multiple repositories and returns consolidated results with titles, authors, abstracts, and IDs. You get up to 20 structured results from a single search query.

Can I retrieve abstracts and DOIs for research papers found on PubMed and medRxiv?

Yes, you can retrieve abstracts and IDs for research papers found on PubMed and medRxiv. The skill fetches metadata including arXiv IDs, DOIs, PMIDs, publication dates, and direct links for each result.

What is the best way to build a reading list for a literature review on CRISPR or reinforcement learning?

The best way to build a literature review reading list is to search a topic like CRISPR or reinforcement learning and fetch the top results. The skill provides titles, sources, and abstracts suitable for quick reading and downstream summarization.

Does this academic paper search tool support fetching full PDFs from primary sources?

Yes, this academic paper search tool supports fetching full PDFs and abstracts directly from primary sources. It downloads and reads papers from repositories like arXiv, bioRxiv, and Semantic Scholar to accelerate your literature review workflow.

How many research paper results can I get from a single search query?

You can get up to 20 research paper results from a single search query. Each structured result includes the title, authors, dates, source, ID, abstract, keywords, and a direct link for quick access.

Can I automate summarizing academic papers after retrieving them from Google Scholar?

Yes, you can automate summarizing academic papers after retrieving them from Google Scholar. The skill returns structured results suitable for downstream summarization, allowing you to organize results and track key findings efficiently.