Best use case
research-literature is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
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Teams using research-literature should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/research-literature/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How research-literature Compares
| Feature / Agent | research-literature | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
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Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
<!-- # COPYRIGHT NOTICE # This file is part of the "Universal Biomedical Skills" project. # Copyright (c) 2026 MD BABU MIA, PhD <md.babu.mia@mssm.edu> # All Rights Reserved. # # This code is proprietary and confidential. # Unauthorized copying of this file, via any medium is strictly prohibited. # # Provenance: Authenticated by MD BABU MIA --> --- name: 'research-literature' description: 'Research Literature agent for healthcare workflows.' measurable_outcome: Execute skill workflow successfully with valid output within 15 minutes. allowed-tools: - read_file - run_shell_command --- # Research Literature This skill implements the Research Literature workflow using Anthropic's Claude. ## Usage ```bash python3 Skills/Anthropic_Health_Stack/Research_Literature/coworker.py ``` <!-- AUTHOR_SIGNATURE: 9a7f3c2e-MD-BABU-MIA-2026-MSSM-SECURE -->
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