prior-art

Search academic sources, classify references, identify gaps, and generate BibTeX entries.

2|1|Updated Feb 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/queelius/claude-anvil --skill prior-art
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: prior-art
Source: https://github.com/queelius/claude-anvil/tree/main/papermill/skills/prior-art
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/queelius/claude-anvil --skill prior-art

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of conducting systematic literature surveys, helping researchers identify relevant prior art, understand the research landscape, and pinpoint knowledge gaps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic Literature Search: Conducts iterative searches across academic databases.
  • Reference Classification: Categorizes found papers (Foundational, Competing, Complementary, Tangential).
  • Gap Analysis: Identifies open questions and positions the user's research.
  • BibTeX Generation: Creates formatted citations for new references.
  • Use Case: A PhD student needs to write the "Related Work" section of their thesis. They use this Skill to find and categorize all relevant papers, identify key research gaps, and generate BibTeX entries for their reference manager.

Quick Start

Use the prior-art skill to survey related work for a paper on "explainable AI in medical imaging".

Frequently Asked Questions about prior-art

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I conduct a systematic literature survey to identify research gaps?

Generate BibTeX entries for new references automatically by using the prior-art Skill, which formats citations directly during the systematic literature search process for seamless integration into your reference manager.

What is the best way to classify references for a related work section?

Yes, you can iteratively refine search queries during an academic search; the prior-art Skill supports iterative refinement of search queries and offers an option to launch a deep autonomous search agent for comprehensive coverage.

Does academic search support iterative query refinement for comprehensive coverage?

To map the research landscape, you need tools that conduct systematic literature surveys, classify references into categories like foundational or competing, and identify open questions to position your research effectively.

Do I need a specific reference manager to generate BibTeX entries for my literature review?

The prior-art Skill categorizes found papers into four classifications: Foundational, Competing, Complementary, and Tangential, helping researchers structure their literature review and map the research landscape.