idea-discovery

Coordinate multi-phase research workflows from literature survey to validated proposals.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills --skill idea-discovery-nxzhai
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Skill: idea-discovery
Source: https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills/tree/main/idea-discovery
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills --skill idea-discovery-nxzhai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The Idea Discovery Pipeline solves the challenge of turning a broad research direction into a validated, implementable plan by orchestrating literature review, idea creation, novelty verification, critical review, and method refinement in a repeatable workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-end research direction exploration from landscape to concrete proposals.
  • Multi-phase coordination of sub-skills: research-lit, idea-creator, novelty-check, research-review, and research-refine-pipeline.
  • Output: IDEA_REPORT.md and refined proposals with experiment plans for pilot validation.

Quick Start

Provide a broad research direction to start the end-to-end idea discovery workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-discovery

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn a broad research direction into a validated proposal?

To turn a broad research direction into a validated proposal, you orchestrate an end-to-end idea discovery workflow that guides literature surveys, idea generation, novelty checks, and critical reviews. This process outputs a structured IDEA_REPORT.md and refined experiment plans.

What is an AI-assisted research pipeline for idea generation?

An AI-assisted research pipeline for idea generation is a multi-phase workflow that coordinates literature review, novelty verification, and method refinement. It applies structured guardrails and decision points to transform broad topics into validated, implementable research plans.

Can I use this idea discovery workflow for solo research?

Yes, you can use this idea discovery workflow for solo research. The pipeline applies to both solo researchers and research teams across disciplines, guiding literature surveys, novelty checks, and experiment planning without requiring group coordination.

How do I perform a novelty check during literature review?

To perform a novelty check during a literature review, you apply a coordinated workflow phase that verifies generated ideas against existing literature. This structured novelty verification ensures the refined proposal remains unique before proceeding to pilot validation.

What is the best way to plan experiments for pilot validation?

The best way to plan experiments for pilot validation is to use an end-to-end idea discovery pipeline that refines proposals through critical reviews and method refinement. This structured approach yields concrete experiment plans ready for implementation.

What deliverables should I expect from an end-to-end research workflow?

Deliverables from an end-to-end research workflow include an IDEA_REPORT.md file and refined proposals containing concrete experiment plans. These structured outputs result from guided decision points across literature surveys, novelty checks, and critical reviews.