semantic-scholar

Retrieve research paper metadata from the Semantic Scholar graph API.

17|2|Updated Mar 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/duskmoon314/keine --skill semantic-scholar-duskmoon314
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: semantic-scholar
Source: https://github.com/duskmoon314/keine/tree/main/.agents/skills/semantic-scholar
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/duskmoon314/keine --skill semantic-scholar-duskmoon314

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Find and retrieve metadata for research papers from the Semantic Scholar graph API.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Keyword and title search to locate papers
  • Fetch paper metadata by DOI, arXiv, or Semantic Scholar ID
  • Retrieve citation and reference lists; explore author publications

Quick Start

Find papers on quantum computing and retrieve their metadata.

Frequently Asked Questions about semantic-scholar

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve academic paper metadata using a DOI or arXiv ID?

You can retrieve academic paper metadata by providing a DOI, arXiv ID, or Semantic Scholar ID to fetch specific paper details from the Semantic Scholar graph API. This allows quick access to research metadata without manual searches.

How do I find research papers across specific topics and venues?

To find research papers across topics and venues, use keyword and title search capabilities to locate relevant publications. This enables quick discovery of papers matching your research interests within the Semantic Scholar database.

Can I retrieve citation and reference lists for a specific paper?

Yes, you can retrieve citation and reference lists for a specific paper. The skill supports fetching citation data and reference lists from the Semantic Scholar graph API, allowing you to explore the citation network of a publication.

Do I need an API key to fetch research metadata from Semantic Scholar?

An API key is optional for fetching research metadata from Semantic Scholar. While you can access the graph API without one, providing an optional API key grants higher rate limits for your paper search and metadata retrieval requests.

How do I explore author publications using the Semantic Scholar API?

You can explore author publications by querying the Semantic Scholar graph API for specific authors. This retrieves their publication lists and associated research metadata, enabling quick discovery of an author's body of work.

What is the best way to select specific fields when fetching paper metadata?

The best way to select specific fields when fetching paper metadata is to use the endpoint-specific queries with field selection options. This allows you to request only the research metadata fields you need from the Semantic Scholar API.