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Semantic Scholar
Search Semantic Scholar papers and authors.
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Semantic Scholar is a Model Context Protocol server in the Search & Web category. It lets AI assistants that speak MCP call its tools and read its resources over STDIO.
Example tools
Illustrative tool names — the actual tool set is defined by the server at runtime.
web_search
Search the web and return top results
fetch_url
Fetch and return the contents of a URL
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Semantic Scholar.
- What is the Semantic Scholar MCP used for?
- The Semantic Scholar MCP allows users to programmatically search for academic papers and authors indexed by Semantic Scholar. It is designed for integrating scholarly search capabilities into various applications or workflows.
- How do I install the Semantic Scholar MCP in an MCP client?
- Installation typically involves adding the Semantic Scholar MCP repository URL to your MCP client's configuration. Specific steps vary by client; refer to your client's documentation for adding community-provided MCPs.
- Does the Semantic Scholar MCP require an API key or other credentials?
- Yes, this MCP requires an API key for authentication with Semantic Scholar. You must obtain a key from the Semantic Scholar API portal and configure it within your MCP client.
- What are the primary capabilities of the Semantic Scholar MCP?
- The Semantic Scholar MCP provides programmatic access to search functions for papers and authors. It enables fetching metadata, abstracts, and other relevant information directly from Semantic Scholar.
- Are there any known limitations or prerequisites for using this MCP?
- The primary limitation is adherence to the Semantic Scholar API rate limits and usage policies. Users should consult the official Semantic Scholar API documentation for details on these constraints.
Install Semantic Scholar
Claude Desktop
Add this to claude_desktop_config.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"semantic-scholar": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-semantic-scholar"
]
}
}
}Cursor
Add this to ~/.cursor/mcp.json.
{
"mcpServers": {
"semantic-scholar": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-semantic-scholar"
]
}
}
}VS Code
Add this to your workspace settings.json.
{
"mcp.servers": {
"semantic-scholar": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-semantic-scholar"
]
}
}
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