papers

Search academic databases and download PDFs into a structured vault.

5|1|Updated Jan 27, 2026

Search Tags:#research #academic papers #literature search #arxiv #openalex #pdf download #scopus

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/gabfssilva/scimesh --skill papers

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: papers
Source: https://github.com/gabfssilva/scimesh/tree/main/skills/papers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gabfssilva/scimesh --skill papers

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you efficiently search, discover, download, and organize scientific papers from various academic databases, streamlining your research process.

Core Features & Use Cases

Multi-provider Search: Query arXiv, OpenAlex, Scopus, and Semantic Scholar simultaneously.
Advanced Query Syntax: Use Scopus-style queries or Python operators for precise searches.
PDF Management: Download papers via Open Access or Sci-Hub, and organize them with a structured folder system.
Use Case: Find the latest research on "transformer models" published after 2022, download the PDFs, and save them to your personal research vault.

Quick Start

Search for papers about "transformer models" published after 2022 and save them to your vault.

Frequently Asked Questions about papers

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I search for academic papers across multiple databases at once?▼

You can search academic papers across multiple databases by querying arXiv, OpenAlex, Scopus, and Semantic Scholar simultaneously. This multi-provider approach streamlines literature discovery and retrieval for systematic reviews.

Can I download PDFs of research papers and organize them into a vault?▼

Yes, you can download research paper PDFs via Open Access or Sci-Hub and organize them into a structured vault. This system streamlines PDF management and keeps your downloaded literature systematically categorized.

What advanced query syntax is supported for literature searches?▼

Literature searches support advanced query syntax including Scopus-style queries and Python operators. This enables precise, programmatic composition for executing complex and systematic literature reviews across multiple academic databases.

Does this academic literature search tool require an API key for Scopus?▼

The metadata does not specify API key requirements for Scopus. It supports querying Scopus alongside OpenAlex, arXiv, and Semantic Scholar to retrieve academic papers and manage research literature without detailing specific authentication prerequisites.

What is the best way to find recent research papers published after a specific year?▼

The best way to find recent research papers published after a specific year is to use advanced query syntax with Python operators or Scopus-style queries. This filters results precisely across arXiv, OpenAlex, Scopus, and Semantic Scholar.