zotero-research

Query the zotero-chunk-rag MCP server to consolidate citations from a Zotero library.

6|Updated Jan 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ccam80/thesis-writer --skill zotero-research
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: zotero-research
Source: https://github.com/ccam80/thesis-writer/tree/main/skills/zotero-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ccam80/thesis-writer --skill zotero-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a spawnable research agent that interfaces with a Zotero-backed paper library through the zotero-chunk-rag MCP server to locate, assemble, and verify citations for thesis writing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Semantic search over Zotero: query indexed PDFs and retrieve relevant passages and citation keys.
  • Claim support & verification: consolidate results to back statements with multiple sources.
  • Reusable for chapters and sections: integrates with planning workflows to support large writing tasks.

Quick Start

Spawn the zotero-research agent and issue a Claim Research request with your statements. The agent will return consolidated citation results from your Zotero library via the MCP server.

Frequently Asked Questions about zotero-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find supporting citations from my Zotero library for a research statement?

To find supporting citations for a research statement, you can spawn a research agent that applies semantic search over your indexed Zotero PDFs. It queries the zotero-chunk-rag MCP server to extract relevant passages and citation keys, returning structured results for verification.

Can I verify thesis claims using semantic search over my Zotero PDFs?

Yes, you can verify thesis claims by running claim research requests through the agent. It consolidates multiple sources from your Zotero library, returning citation metadata and supporting passages to back your statements.

How does semantic search over a Zotero library work for thesis writing?

Semantic search over a Zotero library works by querying the zotero-chunk-rag MCP server to locate indexed PDFs. It extracts relevant passages and citation keys based on your research statements, providing provenance for plan validation and thesis drafting.

Do I need a specific MCP server to extract citations from Zotero?

Yes, you need the zotero-chunk-rag MCP server running to extract citations from Zotero. The research agent relies on this server to interface with your Zotero-backed paper library and retrieve structured citation metadata.

What is the best way to consolidate multiple citations for a research statement?

The best way to consolidate multiple citations is to issue a claim research request to the Zotero-backed agent. It queries your library via the MCP server, returning structured results with citation metadata and provenance to support your statements.

Does zotero-research work with markitdown for processing PDFs?

The zotero-research agent depends on markitdown and interfaces with the zotero-chunk-rag MCP server to process your Zotero library. This setup allows you to extract relevant passages and citation keys from indexed PDFs.