zotero-mcp
Zotero MCP server for AI access to research library. zotero-mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by kujenga. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 3 tools, including zotero_search_items, zotero_item_metadata and zotero_item_fulltext, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under AI/Research and Tool/Zotero.
What is this MCP
This is a Model Context Protocol server that provides AI assistants with access to a Zotero research library, enabling search and retrieval of research items, metadata, and full text content.
How to use this MCP
Configure with either Zotero's local API or web API, then connect through any MCP client. The server offers three main tools for searching items, retrieving metadata, and accessing full text content.
What this MCP can be used for
Enhancing AI research capabilities by allowing assistants to access and reference materials from your Zotero library, useful for literature reviews, citation generation, and research assistance.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the zotero-mcp MCP server?
zotero-mcp is a Model Context Protocol server from kujenga. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect zotero-mcp to my AI client?
Add zotero-mcp to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does zotero-mcp provide?
zotero-mcp provides 3 tools: zotero_search_items, zotero_item_metadata and zotero_item_fulltext.
Is zotero-mcp free to use?
zotero-mcp is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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