Knowra
Search arXiv papers and read Scout reports with methods, evidence and verification points.
Use arXiv with: ChatGPT · Claude · Cursor · Claude Code · VS Code
Connect it
Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
URL: https://mcp.knowra.app/mcpSettings → Apps & Connectors → Advanced → Developer mode
Create connector with URL: https://mcp.knowra.app/mcp{
"mcpServers": {
"knowra": {
"url": "https://mcp.knowra.app/mcp"
}
}
}claude mcp add --transport http knowra https://mcp.knowra.app/mcp{
"servers": {
"knowra": {
"type": "http",
"url": "https://mcp.knowra.app/mcp"
}
}
}3 tools, pulled live
search_papersread-onlyDiscover indexed arXiv papers using titles, authors and abstracts to assess relevance. Prefer an English research topic or question, preserving important entities and phrases. For broad questions, consider distinct research dimensions and query each as useful. Independent queries can run concurrently; 5-10 concurrent requests are recommended for larger batches. Results can complement findings from
get_scoutread-onlyRead a structured paper-based analysis of key signals, methodology, evidence, experimental conditions and verification points, with author-stated limitations where available. Use it when these details help assess a candidate, compare findings, or understand the context of a claim beyond the abstract. Search results mark supported papers with scout_available=true. Returns text including figure capt
get_usageread-onlyCheck Scout quota, usage, remaining allowance and reset time, along with plan and entitlement details. Entitlement expiry and quota reset time describe different events.
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