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research-lit

Identify and synthesize research papers from Zotero, Obsidian, PDFs, and web sources.

2|Updated Mar 29, 2026
Search Tags:#research#zotero#web-search#arxiv#papers#literature-review
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/satsuki-64/MiniAgentWorkflow --skill research-lit-satsuki-64
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research-lit
Source: https://github.com/satsuki-64/MiniAgentWorkflow/tree/main/.skills/research-lit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/satsuki-64/MiniAgentWorkflow --skill research-lit-satsuki-64

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps researchers quickly locate, analyze, and summarize academic papers from multiple sources, enabling thorough literature reviews without manual sifting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Aggregates results from Zotero, Obsidian, local PDFs, and the web to build a comprehensive literature map.
  • De-duplicates results across sources and extracts key metadata (title, authors, venue, year) along with concise summaries.
  • Produces a structured literature table and a narrative synthesis to support research planning and writing.

Quick Start

Ask me to search for papers on a topic and generate a structured literature synthesis.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-lit

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize research papers for a literature review across multiple sources?▼

A literature review is streamlined by aggregating results from Zotero, Obsidian, local PDFs, and web sources. This Skill de-duplicates findings, extracts metadata, and outputs structured summaries alongside a citation-ready literature table.

Can I use Zotero and Obsidian together to gather and de-duplicate academic papers?▼

Yes, you can use Zotero and Obsidian together to gather academic papers. The Skill aggregates results across both platforms alongside local PDFs and web sources, automatically de-duplicating entries and extracting concise summaries for your review.

Do I need MCPs configured to search arXiv and Semantic Scholar for papers?▼

You need optional MCPs configured to search arXiv and Semantic Scholar for papers. The Skill supports these academic sources when configured, allowing you to gather and synthesize evidence alongside local libraries for comprehensive reviews.

What is the best way to generate a structured literature table from local PDFs?▼

The best way to generate a structured literature table from local PDFs is to use this Skill to extract title, authors, venue, and year metadata. It synthesizes your local files into a narrative review and outputs a citation-ready literature table.

Does this literature review tool extract metadata like authors and publication venues?▼

Yes, this literature review tool extracts key metadata including titles, authors, venues, and years from your aggregated sources. It processes Zotero, Obsidian, and local PDFs to build a comprehensive and structured literature map.

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