research-scout

Search academic databases and generate structured paper summaries for review.

Updated Feb 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/abzhaw/juliaz_agents --skill research-scout
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research-scout
Source: https://github.com/abzhaw/juliaz_agents/tree/main/thesis/agents/thesis-agent/skills/research-scout
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/abzhaw/juliaz_agents --skill research-scout

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Locate and analyze academic literature for thesis research by discovering relevant papers and generating structured summaries, while ensuring that no automatic citations are added.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Search across major databases (Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, arXiv, ACM Digital Library, IEEE Xplore, DBLP) to surface relevant papers for review.
  • Produce structured summaries that distill key contributions, methods, and findings.
  • Propose papers for human review without modifying references or inserting citations.

Quick Start

Search for recent multi-agent LLM literature and generate concise structured summaries.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-scout

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find relevant academic papers for my thesis research?

To find relevant academic papers for thesis research, this Skill searches across major databases like Google Scholar, arXiv, and IEEE Xplore to surface relevant literature and propose candidates for your review.

Can I get structured summaries of academic literature without inserting citations?

Yes, you can generate structured summaries of academic literature without inserting citations. The process distills key contributions and findings while ensuring no automatic citations are added to your work.

Does literature search support IEEE Xplore and ACM Digital Library databases?

Yes, literature search supports IEEE Xplore and ACM Digital Library. It queries these platforms alongside DBLP and Semantic Scholar to discover relevant papers for topic scoping and paper evaluation.

What is the best way to scope a research topic using academic databases?

The best way to scope a research topic using academic databases is to search across platforms like Google Scholar and arXiv, evaluate key contributions, and generate structured summaries to guide your next steps.

Are there limitations on automatically modifying references when summarizing literature?

Yes, a key limitation is that it cannot modify references. It strictly proposes papers for human review and generates structured summaries without inserting citations or altering existing reference lists.