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scholar-labs-search

Retrieve top best-fit research papers from Google Scholar Labs via BrowserOS MCP.

6|Updated Mar 11, 2026
Search Tags:#literature search#research workflow#citation retrieval#google scholar labs#browseros mcp#paper ranking#exap verification
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/atsyplenkov/scholar-labs-search --skill scholar-labs-search
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scholar-labs-search
Source: https://github.com/atsyplenkov/scholar-labs-search/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/atsyplenkov/scholar-labs-search --skill scholar-labs-search

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Finding the right research citations quickly can be slow when you have to browse Scholar results one by one, especially when you only need a few highly relevant papers for targeted statements.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Top-3 best-fit retrieval from Google Scholar Labs: Navigates Google Scholar Labs through BrowserOS and returns the top 3 candidates for a topic.
  • Ranking modes for different intent: Uses best-fit by default, with an importance-weighted mode when users explicitly ask for seminal/classic/survey/review/most-cited intent.
  • Manual handoff when blocked: Detects sign-in/CAPTCHA states and prompts you to complete the page in BrowserOS, then resumes safely.
  • Optional post-selection link verification: Uses Exa only after selecting the top results to verify or improve outbound links (e.g., DOI/publisher landing pages).

Quick Start

Use scholar-labs-search to find the top 3 best-fit papers for my topic: "your topic here".

Frequently Asked Questions about scholar-labs-search

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find the top research papers for a specific topic quickly?▼

To find top research papers quickly, this Skill navigates Google Scholar Labs via BrowserOS MCP and retrieves the top 3 best-fit candidates for your topic, streamlining targeted literature lookup workflows.

What is the best way to get citations for a research paper revision?▼

The best way to get citations for a paper revision is using this Skill to perform targeted literature retrieval, returning the top 3 best-fit papers from Google Scholar Labs without needing a full systematic review.

Do I need BrowserOS running locally to use Google Scholar Labs search?▼

Yes, you need BrowserOS running locally with MCP enabled to execute the Google Scholar Labs search, as the Skill relies on this environment to navigate pages and extract results deterministically.

Can I find seminal or most-cited papers instead of best-fit results?▼

Yes, you can find seminal or most-cited papers by explicitly asking for classic, survey, review, or most-cited intent, which switches the Skill to an importance-weighted ranking mode.

What happens if Google Scholar shows a CAPTCHA during a literature search?▼

If a CAPTCHA or sign-in state appears during a literature search, the Skill pauses and prompts you to complete the page manually in BrowserOS, then safely resumes the extraction process.

How does Exa MCP verify links for retrieved research papers?▼

Exa MCP verifies links for retrieved research papers only after the top results are selected, enriching outbound links by validating or improving DOI and publisher landing pages.

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