research-lit

Search and summarize research papers from PDFs, arXiv, and web sources.

Updated Apr 26, 2026

Search Tags:#research #zotero #obsidian #arxiv #papers #literature-review #semantic-scholar

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/jandan138/Auto-claude-code-research-in-sleep --skill research-lit-jandan138

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research-lit
Source: https://github.com/jandan138/Auto-claude-code-research-in-sleep/tree/main/skills/research-lit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jandan138/Auto-claude-code-research-in-sleep --skill research-lit-jandan138

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps researchers quickly identify, summarize, and relate research papers to a topic, saving hours of manual literature review.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated discovery: find papers across local libraries, arXiv, and web sources; deduplicate results from multiple sources.
Structured synthesis: produce a literature table and a narrative synthesis that highlights consensus and gaps.
Use Case: When asked to perform a literature review on a topic, compile key papers, summarize methods, and map connections.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to perform a literature review on a topic and it will search sources, rank papers by relevance, and present a structured synthesis.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-lit

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate a literature review and summarize research papers?▼

To automate a literature review, you can use this skill to identify and summarize relevant research papers. It coordinates multiple sources including local PDFs, web search, and arXiv to assemble a de-duplicated, ranked set of papers with a structured synthesis.

What is the best way to compile key papers and map their connections?▼

The best way to compile key papers and map connections is using automated literature review tools. This skill produces a structured literature table and a narrative synthesis that highlights consensus and research gaps across multiple sources.

Can I use Zotero and Obsidian to find and deduplicate papers for a literature review?▼

Yes, you can use Zotero and Obsidian with this skill to find and deduplicate papers for a literature review. It optionally integrates with both platforms alongside arXiv and web search to assemble a de-duplicated set of relevant papers.

How does automated paper synthesis work across local PDFs and arXiv?▼

Automated paper synthesis works by querying local PDFs and arXiv simultaneously, then ranking the discovered papers by relevance. The process deduplicates results from multiple sources to produce a structured literature table and narrative synthesis.

Does this literature review tool support downloading PDFs from Semantic Scholar?▼

Yes, this literature review tool supports optional PDF downloads when requested. It coordinates multiple sources including Semantic Scholar, arXiv, and web search to find, rank, and compile relevant research papers for your query.

What are the limitations of using automated tools for literature reviews?▼

Limitations of automated literature review tools include potential gaps in source coverage. While this skill coordinates local PDFs, arXiv, web search, and Semantic Scholar, it relies on these specific sources for discovery, ranking, and de-duplication of relevant papers.