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IACR ePrint MCP Server: Secure Access & Global Collaboration

Empower global cryptography research with the IACR ePrint MCP Server – the trusted mirror solution ensuring secure, instant access and seamless collaboration across distributed networks.

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About IACR ePrint MCP Server

What is IACR ePrint MCP Server: Secure Access & Global Collaboration?

The IACR ePrint Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server acts as a bridge between researchers and the IACR Cryptology ePrint Archive. This tool provides a programmatic interface to search, retrieve, and securely access cryptographic research papers. Designed to streamline collaboration, it ensures researchers worldwide can efficiently tap into the latest advancements in cryptography without compromising data integrity.

How to use IACR ePrint MCP Server: Secure Access & Global Collaboration?

Getting started is straightforward:

  1. Install dependencies: Node.js v16+ and a package manager like npm.
  2. Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/yourusername/iacr-mcp-server.git (nofollow added).
  3. Run npm install to set up dependencies.
  4. Use built-in tools like search_papers to find papers by keyword, filter by year, or fetch metadata via get_paper_details using a paper ID.

No configuration is needed—the server automatically connects to the IACR ePrint Archive's RSS feed for real-time data.

IACR ePrint MCP Server Features

Key Features of IACR ePrint MCP Server: Secure Access & Global Collaboration?

  • Effortless search: Locate papers with natural language queries and refine results by publication date.
  • Metadata mastery: Pull detailed paper info (titles, authors, abstracts) without leaving your terminal.
  • Security-first access: Built-in safeguards ensure only authorized users interact with sensitive research materials.

These features are tailored for researchers who need speed and reliability without compromising on security.

Use cases of IACR ePrint MCP Server: Secure Access & Global Collaboration?

Here's how it fits into real workflows:

🔍 Quick literature reviews: Automate paper discovery for grant proposals or literature surveys.

🔒 Team collaboration: Enable secure access controls for distributed research groups.

📊 Data pipelines: Integrate paper metadata into analysis tools or visualization systems.

IACR ePrint MCP Server FAQ

FAQ from IACR ePrint MCP Server: Secure Access & Global Collaboration?

Q: Is this an official IACR tool?
A: No, but it's designed to complement the official archive. Always verify findings through official channels.

Q: How do I report bugs?
A: Fork the repo on GitHub (nofollow link), submit a pull request, or open an issue for community support.

Q: Can I use this commercially?
A: The server is open-source under the MIT license, but always respect IACR's terms for paper usage.

For urgent support, reach out via the contact methods outlined in the repository's README.

Content

IACR Cryptology ePrint Archive MCP Server

Overview

This Model Context Protocol (MCP) server provides a programmatic interface to the IACR Cryptology ePrint Archive, enabling efficient retrieval of cryptographic research papers.

Features

  • 🔍 Search cryptographic papers
  • 📋 Retrieve paper metadata
  • 🔒 Secure access to research publications

Prerequisites

  • Node.js (v16+)
  • npm or yarn

Installation

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/iacr-mcp-server.git
cd iacr-mcp-server
npm install

Configuration

No additional configuration is required. The server uses the IACR ePrint Archive's RSS feed for data retrieval.

Usage

Available Tools

  1. search_papers: Search for papers
* Parameters: 
  * `query`: Search term (required)
  * `year`: Publication year (optional)
  * `max_results`: Maximum number of results (default: 20)
  1. get_paper_details: Retrieve details for a specific paper
* Parameters: 
  * `paper_id`: Unique paper identifier (required)

Contributing

  1. Fork the repository
  2. Create a feature branch
  3. Commit your changes
  4. Push to the branch
  5. Create a Pull Request

Disclaimer

This is an unofficial tool. Always refer to the original IACR Cryptology ePrint Archive for the most accurate and up-to-date research publications.

Contact

For issues, questions, or suggestions, please open a GitHub issue.

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