research-lit

Synthesizes research papers from Zotero, Obsidian, PDFs and web into structured literature tables with narrative summaries.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills --skill research-lit-nxzhai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research-lit
Source: https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills/tree/main/research-lit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills --skill research-lit-nxzhai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you locate, evaluate, and synthesize academic papers across multiple sources, enabling rapid literature grounding for research projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-source search and de-duplication across Zotero, Obsidian, local PDFs, and the web.
  • Automatic extraction of titles, abstracts, authors, and venues, with links to source material.
  • Generate structured summaries and a literature-table, including citations for writing tasks.

Quick Start

Tell me your topic and preferred sources, and I will begin a literature search.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-lit

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search and synthesize research literature across multiple sources?

To search and synthesize research literature, you provide a topic and preferred sources. The system queries Zotero, Obsidian, local PDFs, and the web, then outputs a structured literature table with narrative synthesis.

Can I extract citations and metadata from local PDFs and Zotero libraries?

Yes, you can extract citations and metadata from local PDFs and Zotero libraries. The system automatically handles source selection, de-duplication, and extracts titles, abstracts, authors, and venues.

What is the best way to build a literature basis for a new research topic?

The best way to build a literature basis is to specify your topic and optional local library paths. The system prioritizes recent, high-quality work across web sources and local files to generate structured summaries.

Does literature search work with Obsidian notes and arXiv downloads?

Yes, literature search works with Obsidian notes and arXiv downloads. You can configure optional parameters for local library paths and arXiv download settings to include them in your source selection.

How do I de-duplicate research papers found across the web and my local files?

To de-duplicate research papers across the web and local files, the system automatically handles de-duplication during source selection. It evaluates titles, abstracts, and citations across Zotero, Obsidian, PDFs, and web sources.