generate-idea

Generate, filter, and rank research ideas with literature review and pilot experiments.

100|24|Updated Mar 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/GRIND-Lab-Core/night_owl_research_agent --skill generate-idea
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Skill: generate-idea
Source: https://github.com/GRIND-Lab-Core/night_owl_research_agent/tree/main/skills/generate-idea
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GRIND-Lab-Core/night_owl_research_agent --skill generate-idea

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python, bash, mcp__codex__codex, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of generating, validating, and ranking research ideas, addressing the challenges of brainstorming effectively and ensuring idea feasibility.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Research Idea Generation: Automatically generate multiple research ideas based on a user-provided broad direction.
  • Literature Review: Systematically reviews existing literature to understand the field's current state and identify gaps.
  • Idea Filtering and Ranking: Provides a structured process for evaluating and ranking the generated ideas based on feasibility, novelty, and potential impact.
  • Pilot Experiment Support: Offers the capability to design and run pilot experiments for the top-ranked ideas.
  • Output Report: Outputs a structured report with the final ranked list of ideas, their feasibility, novelty, risk, and expected contributions.

Quick Start

Run the skill by providing a research direction as an argument: /generate-idea "deep learning in healthcare" — pilot budget: 4h per idea, 20h total.

Frequently Asked Questions about generate-idea

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

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How do I systematically generate and validate research ideas from a broad topic?

To generate and validate research ideas, this Skill combines literature reviews to identify gaps, uses external LLMs for brainstorming, and runs pilot experiments to test feasibility. It outputs a structured report ranking ideas by novelty, risk, and expected contributions.

What is the best way to rank research ideas by feasibility and novelty?

The best way to rank research ideas by feasibility and novelty is through a structured filtering process. This Skill evaluates brainstormed concepts against existing literature and pilot experiment results to provide a ranked list with detailed feasibility, risk, and impact assessments.

Can I run pilot experiments to test research ideas automatically?

Yes, you can run pilot experiments to test research ideas automatically. The Skill designs and executes pilot validations for top-ranked ideas based on your specified budget, such as a 4-hour limit per idea, to ensure efficient exploration of new research directions.

Does this research idea generation workflow require Python and Bash?

Yes, this research idea generation workflow requires Python and Bash, and utilizes the codex MCP component. These dependencies support the internal scripts that automate the literature review, LLM brainstorming, and pilot experiment execution processes.

How do I start brainstorming research ideas for deep learning in healthcare?

To start brainstorming research ideas for deep learning in healthcare, run the Skill with your specified topic and pilot experiment budget. It automatically reviews relevant literature, generates multiple concepts, and validates the most promising ones via pilot experiments.

What limitations exist when filtering research ideas using automated literature reviews?

A key limitation when filtering research ideas with automated literature reviews is the dependency on LLM availability and pilot experiment budgets. The validation process is constrained by the specified time limits and the external LLM's ability to accurately identify research gaps.