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research-lookup

Queries OpenRouter's Sonar models for academic sources with citations.

1|Updated Jan 26, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#research#academic#citations#Perplexity#OpenRouter#model-selection
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Victory-Hugo/S2-Agent-Skill --skill research-lookup-victory-hugo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research-lookup
Source: https://github.com/Victory-Hugo/S2-Agent-Skill/tree/main/skills/writing/research-lookup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Victory-Hugo/S2-Agent-Skill --skill research-lookup-victory-hugo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers retrieve current, high-quality academic information with properly cited sources from OpenRouter's Perplexity models.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Adaptive model selection between Sonar Pro and Sonar Reasoning Pro based on query complexity.
  • Structured results with complete citations (DOIs) and source links, prioritized by venue quality.
  • Batch processing and CLI/Code integration for literature reviews, method lookups, and data/statistics queries.
  • Compatibility with Claude Code and other agent environments for seamless research workflows.

Quick Start

  • Get an OpenRouter API key from openrouter.ai and export it as OPENROUTER_API_KEY in your environment.
  • Run a sample query via the CLI: python scripts/research_lookup.py "Recent advances in CRISPR gene editing 2024".
  • For programmatic use, instantiate the ResearchLookup client and call lookup("your query"), then format and display with the provided tooling.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-lookup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get academic literature search results with complete citations using AI?▼

To get academic literature search results with complete citations, query OpenRouter's Sonar Pro models via a Python client. The workflow formats results with DOIs, source links, and usage metadata for scholarly research.

Do I need an OpenRouter API key to run Perplexity model literature lookups?▼

Yes, you need an OpenRouter API key to run Perplexity model literature lookups. You must export a valid OPENROUTER_API key in your environment before executing queries through the Python client.

How does adaptive model selection work for complex research queries?▼

Adaptive model selection evaluates research query complexity to switch between Sonar Pro and Sonar Reasoning Pro. This automatic routing ensures technical method lookups and data-driven statistics receive the appropriate processing depth.

Can I use this research lookup tool with Claude Code for batch processing?▼

Yes, you can use this research lookup tool with Claude Code for batch processing. It offers compatibility with agent environments to seamlessly run literature reviews and technical method lookups programmatically.

What is the best way to retrieve current scholarly sources for a literature review?▼

The best way to retrieve current scholarly sources is using a CLI or programmatic Python client to query OpenRouter. It prioritizes results by venue quality and returns structured data with complete DOIs and source links.

Why are my Python research lookup requests failing to return structured citations?▼

Your Python research lookup requests may fail to return structured citations if the OPENROUTER_API_KEY is missing or invalid. Ensure proper environment setup and the requests dependency is installed before querying Perplexity models.

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