trace

Trace a concept's research lineage from root papers to modern descendants.

Updated Jan 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/devkade/1d1s --skill trace-devkade
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: trace
Source: https://github.com/devkade/1d1s/tree/main/plugins/learning-tools/skills/trace
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/devkade/1d1s --skill trace-devkade

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Trace the complete lineage of a single concept in the research literature, enabling users to understand origins, evolution, and connections.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Concept Identification: identify and disambiguate the concept within a domain.
  • Ancestry & Descendants: extract root papers, influential parents, and key descendants to map the lineage.
  • Timeline & Insights: generate a timeline and synthesize insights about evolution, key researchers, and paradigm shifts.
  • Use Case: investigate the lineage of "attention mechanism" in NLP to reveal foundational works and modern developments.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to trace a concept, for example: "Trace the concept of Attention Mechanism" to generate a full lineage report.

Frequently Asked Questions about trace

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

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How do I trace the research lineage of a concept across academic papers?

Trace the research lineage of a concept by identifying root papers, extracting ancestry and descendants, and constructing a timeline with synthesized insights. This process maps the complete evolution of a concept from origin to modern developments.

What is concept genealogy in research literature?

Concept genealogy in research literature maps the complete lineage of a single concept, identifying foundational root papers, influential ancestors, and key descendants to reveal origins, evolution, and connections.

Can I generate a timeline showing the evolution of a research concept?

Generate a timeline showing the evolution of a research concept by extracting root papers and descendants. The timeline synthesizes insights about key researchers, paradigm shifts, and the concept's development over time.

How do I find the root papers and ancestry for a specific domain concept?

Find root papers and ancestry for a specific domain concept by applying concept identification and disambiguation. The process relies on curated references and on-demand discovery to capture foundational works and lineage.

What's the best way to understand the evolution of a concept like the attention mechanism in NLP?

Understand the evolution of a concept like the attention mechanism by tracing its research lineage end-to-end. This reveals foundational works, ancestry, key descendants, and modern developments through a synthesized timeline.

Do I need curated references to map the research lineage of a concept?

Curated references support mapping the research lineage of a concept, supplemented by on-demand discovery. Together they capture the roots, ancestry, and evolution of a concept from origin to modern descendants.