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Paper Distill MCP

MCP server · by Eclipse-Cj

Developer Tools Python v0.2.4

Academic paper search across 11 sources with AI curation, ranked push, Zotero and Obsidian support.

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Install

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

Pythonuvx paper-distill-mcp

Client configuration

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

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

About this server

Paper Distill MCP is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Python 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 Paper Distill MCP MCP server?

Paper Distill MCP is an MCP server by Eclipse-Cj. Academic paper search across 11 sources with AI curation, ranked push, Zotero and Obsidian support.

How do I install Paper Distill MCP?

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

Is Paper Distill MCP free to use?

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

Which clients support Paper Distill MCP?

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