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Crossref Mcp

MCP server · by jtl-neo

Developer Tools PythonDocker v0.1.0

MCP server wrapping the Crossref REST API for scholarly metadata.

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Install

Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.

Pythonuvx crossref-mcp
Dockerdocker run -i --rm docker.io/heyinnaneo/crossref-mcp:0.1.0

Client configuration

Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.

mcpServers{
  "mcpServers": {
    "crossref-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "crossref-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

Crossref Mcp is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Python, Docker and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.

Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Crossref Mcp MCP server?

Crossref Mcp is an MCP server by jtl-neo. MCP server wrapping the Crossref REST API for scholarly metadata.

How do I install Crossref Mcp?

Install it with: uvx crossref-mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is Crossref Mcp free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/jtl-neo/crossref-api-MCP. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support Crossref Mcp?

Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.