research-lookup

Route research queries to Parallel Chat API or Perplexity sonar-pro-search.

3|Updated Apr 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/RamanEbrahimi/raman-marketplace --skill research-lookup-ramanebrahimi
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Skill: research-lookup
Source: https://github.com/RamanEbrahimi/raman-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/agentic-research/skills/scientific-skills/research-lookup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RamanEbrahimi/raman-marketplace --skill research-lookup-ramanebrahimi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openai, requests, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of finding and verifying research information, providing access to the latest academic papers, technical documentation, and statistical data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Intelligent Backend Routing: Automatically routes queries to the best backend for general research or academic paper searches.
  • Parallel Chat API: Provides comprehensive research reports with inline citations for general queries.
  • Perplexity sonar-pro-search: Prioritizes scholarly databases and peer-reviewed sources for academic queries.
  • Use Case: When you need to verify the accuracy of a claim, find the latest research on a topic, or gather background information for a scientific paper.

Quick Start

Use the research-lookup skill to find information on "recent advancements in quantum computing 2025".

Frequently Asked Questions about research-lookup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find and verify academic papers for a research query?

To find and verify academic papers, this Skill automatically routes specific queries to the Perplexity sonar-pro-search backend, prioritizing scholarly databases and peer-reviewed sources to deliver targeted academic literature.

What is the best way to get comprehensive research reports with inline citations?

For comprehensive research reports with inline citations, the Skill routes general information lookup queries to the Parallel Chat API, providing detailed background data and statistical verification.

Do I need API keys to use the research-lookup Skill for data verification?

Yes, you need to configure the PARALLEL_API_KEY and OPENROUTER_API_KEY environment variables to enable intelligent backend routing and access external research databases.

How does intelligent backend routing work for scientific writing and information lookup?

Intelligent backend routing analyzes your research query content and automatically selects either the Parallel Chat API for general reports or Perplexity sonar-pro-search for academic literature.

Can I gather background information and statistical data for scientific writing using this approach?

Yes, you can gather background information and verify statistical data for scientific writing by submitting general research queries to retrieve comprehensive reports with inline citations.

Are there limitations on the types of academic papers I can find?

The Skill relies on the Perplexity sonar-pro-search backend for academic queries, meaning results are limited to the scholarly databases and peer-reviewed sources indexed by that specific API.