finer-gate

Evaluate research proposals against FINER criteria and produce a Go/No-Go decision.

Updated Jan 18, 2026
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Skill: finer-gate
Source: https://github.com/tito-gh/healthcare/tree/main/.claude/skills/finer-gate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tito-gh/healthcare --skill finer-gate

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

FINER Gate Skill provides a structured, objective framework to evaluate research proposals using the FINER criteria (Feasible, Interesting, Novel, Ethical, Relevant) and generate a Go/Conditional Go/No-Go decision, including considerations specific to real-world data (RWD).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Formal FINER evaluation: Score proposals across Feasible, Interesting, Novel, Ethical, and Relevant, plus RWD-specific items.
  • Go/No-Go decision with improvements: Produce a clear go/no-go verdict and actionable improvement suggestions to enhance feasibility and impact.
  • Input-driven assessment: Supports inputs such as RESEARCH_PROPOSAL, DRUG, INDICATION, STUDY_DESIGN, DATA_SOURCE, PRIMARY_OUTCOME, and TIMELINE to tailor the evaluation.

Quick Start

Provide your research proposal details and receive a FINER-based Go/No-Go recommendation along with actionable improvement suggestions.

Frequently Asked Questions about finer-gate

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I evaluate a research proposal against FINER criteria for a Go/No-Go decision?

To evaluate a research proposal against FINER criteria, you input study design, data source, and primary outcome details to receive scored assessments on feasibility, interest, novelty, ethics, and relevance, yielding a Go/Conditional Go/No-Go decision with actionable improvements.

What is the FINER framework and how does it apply to real-world data studies?

The FINER framework assesses research proposals for Feasibility, Interest, Novelty, Ethics, and Relevance. Applied to real-world data (RWD) studies, it explicitly scores data quality, biases, ethics, and regulatory alignment across retrospective designs and endpoints.

How do I assess bias and data quality in a retrospective RWD hematology study?

To assess bias and data quality in a retrospective RWD hematology study, submit your proposal details to receive explicit scoring on data sources, biases, and regulatory considerations, ensuring a comprehensive front-to-back evaluation.

Can I use FINER criteria to evaluate study designs beyond prospective clinical trials?

Yes, you can use FINER criteria to evaluate retrospective study designs. The assessment tailors its feasibility, ethics, and regulatory checks specifically to real-world data sources and timelines rather than standard prospective trials.

What inputs do I need to provide for a comprehensive FINER-based proposal assessment?

For a comprehensive FINER-based proposal assessment, you need to provide inputs including the research proposal, drug, indication, study design, data source, primary outcome, and timeline to generate an accurate Go/No-Go recommendation.

What are the limitations of using FINER criteria for real-world data research evaluation?

A limitation of FINER-based real-world data evaluation is its strict focus on scoring feasibility, interest, novelty, ethics, and relevance, meaning it provides actionable improvements for proposal refinement but does not execute the actual retrospective data collection or analysis.