idea-allocation

Allocate research effort across ideas using Thompson-sampling and Laplace pseudo-counts.

14|6|Updated Feb 24, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/fkguo/nullius --skill idea-allocation
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Skill: idea-allocation
Source: https://github.com/fkguo/nullius/tree/main/skills/idea-allocation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fkguo/nullius --skill idea-allocation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires nodes_store, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of allocating research effort across a portfolio of ideas and monitoring their activation conditions, saving researchers time and ensuring efficient use of resources.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Research Portfolio Allocation: Use Thompson-sampling to allocate resources across ideas based on their posterior probabilities.
  • Activation Monitoring: Track the status of ideas waiting on external conditions or missing evidence.
  • Use Case: Imagine you have a research portfolio with multiple ideas, each with different levels of evidence and potential. Use this Skill to automatically allocate resources based on evidence and track the progress of each idea as it awaits activation.

Quick Start

Use the idea-allocation skill to perform a budgeted allocation for the current research cycle. Provide the path to the campaign store snapshot and specify the seed, number of deep slots, and reconnaissance slots.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-allocation

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

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How do I automate research portfolio allocation across multiple ideas?

You can automate research portfolio allocation by applying Thompson-sampling and Laplace pseudo-counts to distribute effort across ideas based on posterior probabilities. This ensures evidence-based resource allocation for your research campaigns.

What is the best way to track research ideas waiting for external triggers?

Monitor activation conditions to track research ideas waiting for external triggers. This process identifies ideas missing evidence and verifies if external dependencies are met for the current allocation cycle.

How does Thompson-sampling work for evidence-based resource allocation?

Thompson-sampling allocates resources by using posterior probabilities and Laplace pseudo-counts to balance exploration and exploitation. It dynamically assigns deep and reconnaissance slots to ideas based on their evidence and potential.

Do I need a campaign store to perform budgeted allocation for research cycles?

Yes, you need a campaign store and a belief graph to perform budgeted allocation. You must provide the campaign store snapshot, seed, and specify the number of deep and reconnaissance slots for the research cycle.

Can I use this approach for decision-making when evidence is missing?

Yes, use this approach for decision-making when evidence is missing. The activation monitoring feature tracks ideas waiting on missing evidence and manages their status until external conditions are satisfied.