How do I install the altmetric mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `ALTMETRIC_DETAILS_API_KEY`, `ALTMETRIC_EXPLORER_API_KEY`, `ALTMETRIC_EXPLORER_API_SECRET` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Altmetric MCP Server

MCP server for Altmetric APIs - track research attention across news, policy, social media, and more

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What is the Altmetric MCP Server?

MCP server for Altmetric APIs - track research attention across news, policy, social media, and more

What you get

Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables AI agents to access Altmetric APIs for tracking the attention and reach of research outputs across news outlets, policy documents, social media, and other online platforms.

Configuration and credentials

Node.js 20.6.0 or later - an actively-supported LTS release is recommended (download) - Altmetric API credentials (at least one): - Details Page API key - Free tier or commercial access - Explorer API key + secret - Institutional access Don't have keys yet? [Request API

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
get_citation_counts	Details Page
get_citation_details	Details Page
search_citations	Details Page
get_batch_attention_data	Details Page
translate_identifiers	Details Page
explore_research_outputs	Explorer
explore_attention_summary	Explorer
explore_mentions	Explorer
explore_demographics	Explorer
explore_mention_sources	Explorer
explore_journals	Explorer
list_departments	Explorer

How to install the Altmetric MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "altmetric": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "altmetric-mcp"],
      "env": {
        "ALTMETRIC_DETAILS_API_KEY": "your-value",
        "ALTMETRIC_EXPLORER_API_KEY": "your-value",
        "ALTMETRIC_EXPLORER_API_SECRET": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Node.js 20.6.0 or later - an actively-supported LTS release is recommended (download) - Altmetric API credentials (at least one): - Details Page API key - Free tier or commercial access - Explorer API key + secret - Institutional access Don't have keys yet? [Request API

Variable	Description	Required
ALTMETRIC_DETAILS_API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes
ALTMETRIC_EXPLORER_API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes
ALTMETRIC_EXPLORER_API_SECRET	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use Altmetric to get citation counts.”
“Use Altmetric to get citation details.”
“Use Altmetric to search citations.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for Altmetric APIs - track research attention across news, policy, social media, and more Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.

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