Citation Network MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Citation Network in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add citation-network -e SCOPUS_API_KEY=... -- uvx citation-network-mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "citation-network": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "citation-network-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "SCOPUS_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Citation Network MCP server do?

Citation-network analysis on Scopus or OpenAlex: coupling, co-citation, lineages, bibliometrics.

Is the Citation Network MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Citation Network run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Citation Network to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add citation-network -e SCOPUS_API_KEY=... -- uvx citation-network-mcp

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