research-lit

Automating a literature review across multiple sources involves searching Zotero, Obsidian, local PDFs, and the web to extract and synthesize key research findings. This process structures disparate academic papers into a cohesive summary.

Yes, you can analyze local PDFs and Zotero libraries simultaneously by searching across both sources. This multi-source integration allows you to extract key information like problem statements and methods from existing collections.

The best way to synthesize information from academic papers is to extract core elements like problems, methods, and results, then compile them into a structured literature table and narrative summary. This highlights the current state of research.

You need Obsidian connected to your workflow to search its notes alongside Zotero and local PDFs. It serves as one of the searchable repositories for gathering and synthesizing relevant academic literature.

Paper analysis identifies relevance by extracting the specific problem, method, and results from a study. This targeted extraction determines how the research fits into your broader literature review and current research state.