semantic-scholar

Search published papers via Semantic Scholar API with citation counts and venue metadata.

Updated Jul 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/caw111/2026-SoftwareCup --skill semantic-scholar-caw111
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: semantic-scholar
Source: https://github.com/caw111/2026-SoftwareCup/tree/main/.agents/skills/semantic-scholar
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/caw111/2026-SoftwareCup --skill semantic-scholar-caw111

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the problem of searching for published papers with detailed citation counts and venue metadata, providing users with a comprehensive resource for academic literature.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Published Venue Papers: Search IEEE, ACM, Springer, and other leading venues.
  • Citation Counts: Access citation data to gauge paper impact.
  • Venue Metadata: Learn about the publication venue and its reputation.
  • Use Case: When a user needs to find published papers on a specific topic, they can use this Skill to quickly retrieve relevant papers with detailed information.

Quick Start

Search for papers on "machine learning" with citation counts and venue metadata.

Frequently Asked Questions about semantic-scholar

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for published academic papers with citation counts?

Search for published academic literature by querying specific topics to retrieve comprehensive paper metadata, including total citation counts and publication venue information. This provides a detailed resource for evaluating paper impact.

What is the best way to find papers from IEEE, ACM, and Springer venues?

Find papers from IEEE, ACM, and Springer by searching across these leading publication venues to retrieve venue metadata and brief summaries. This approach helps identify reputable publications for your research.

Can I get a brief summary or TLDR of academic literature when searching?

Yes, you can get a brief summary or TLDR of academic literature when searching. Search results include a TLDR for each paper, providing a quick overview of core research findings alongside citation counts and venue metadata.

Does this approach require any specific dependencies to search academic literature?

Yes, searching academic literature with this approach requires the requests dependency. This component is necessary to interact with the Semantic Scholar API and retrieve publication data, citation counts, and venue metadata.

How do I gauge the impact of a research paper using venue metadata?

Gauge the impact of a research paper by retrieving publication venue metadata and citation counts together. This allows you to evaluate both the reputation of where the paper was published and its citation impact within the academic literature.