paper-search

Search scholarly papers via the OpenAlex API and extract titles, authors, years, DOIs, and abstracts.

651|34|Updated Jan 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/XiaoMaColtAI/math-modeling-skill --skill paper-search-xiaomacoltai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: paper-search
Source: https://github.com/XiaoMaColtAI/math-modeling-skill/tree/main/tools/paper_search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/XiaoMaColtAI/math-modeling-skill --skill paper-search-xiaomacoltai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables researchers and students to discover and collect relevant academic papers for math modeling projects by querying a centralized scholarly database.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Literature search: Retrieve papers by keywords across titles, abstracts, and authors.
  • Reference support: Obtain author lists, publication year, DOI, and a reconstructed abstract to aid reviews.
  • Citation formatting: Generate APA-like citations for quick inclusion in manuscripts.
  • Use Case: During a modeling study, quickly assemble a literature foundation and cite key sources in your write-up.

Quick Start

Run a search for a modeling topic and review titles, authors, year, and DOI directly from the command line.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find scholarly papers for math modeling projects?

You can find scholarly papers for math modeling by querying the OpenAlex API with keywords across titles, abstracts, and authors. This literature search tool returns structured metadata including titles, authors, years, DOIs, and reconstructed abstracts to support your research.

Can I generate APA citations for academic papers found through literature search?

Yes, literature search results can generate APA-like citations for quick inclusion in manuscripts. This citation formatting feature extracts author lists, publication years, and DOIs to help researchers assemble properly formatted references for modeling studies.

Do I need an email address to search academic papers via OpenAlex?

Yes, a valid email address is required for polite pool access when querying the OpenAlex API for academic papers. Providing your email ensures reliable access to the scholarly database for retrieving structured metadata and abstracts.

What's the best way to collect references for methodology justification in math modeling?

The best way to collect references for methodology justification is running keyword searches against a centralized scholarly database. Querying OpenAlex retrieves relevant papers with structured metadata, enabling researchers to assemble literature foundations and validate algorithms efficiently.

What information is included in structured metadata from academic paper search results?

Structured metadata from academic paper search results includes paper titles, author lists, publication years, DOIs, and reconstructed abstracts when available. This structured output directly supports literature reviews, reference extraction, and citation preparation workflows for math modeling projects.