academic search
pipStandardThe Academic Search MCP server enables AI agents to query Semantic Scholar and Crossref APIs for academic papers. It provides tools to search, retrieve, and analyze scholarly articles. Researchers and developers use it to integrate academic data into AI workflows.
98100Updated 2/12/2025
Overview
The Academic Search MCP server enables AI agents to query Semantic Scholar and Crossref APIs for academic papers. It provides tools to search, retrieve, and analyze scholarly articles. Researchers and developers use it to integrate academic data into AI workflows.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install academic-search-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"afrise-academic-search-mcp-server-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install academic-search-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from academic search?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for academic search
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from academic search. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMIC_SEARCH_API_KEY | Yes | Your academic search API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in academic search?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in academic search"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in academic search with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with academic search
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