idea-refine

Convert rough research ideas into structured proposals with problem statements and validation plans.

7|1|Updated Mar 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Shiien/Self-Evolved-Research-Framework --skill idea-refine-shiien
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Skill: idea-refine
Source: https://github.com/Shiien/Self-Evolved-Research-Framework/tree/main/skills/idea-refine
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Shiien/Self-Evolved-Research-Framework --skill idea-refine-shiien

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Turning rough research ideas into concrete, structured proposals that include a problem statement, proposed approach, key differentiation vs prior work, a minimal validation plan, and required resources to move forward.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read and anchor a target idea from a discovery entry or user description and extract a crisp problem statement.
  • Generate a structured proposal with sections for problem statement, proposed approach, differentiation vs prior work, minimal validation, and resource requirements.
  • Save the refined proposal to methodology/ideas/{slug}.md with status: refined, enabling downstream steps like experiment planning.

Quick Start

Provide a rough idea or discovery entry and request a refined proposal.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-refine

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn rough research ideas into structured proposals?

To turn rough research ideas into structured proposals, provide a basic concept or discovery entry to extract a crisp problem statement and generate a full proposal with a validation plan.

What sections should a research proposal include for methodology validation?

A methodology validation research proposal should include a problem statement, proposed approach, differentiation vs prior work, minimal validation plan, and resource requirements to move forward effectively.

How do I structure a minimal validation plan for a research design proposal?

Structure a minimal validation plan within your research design proposal by defining the core approach, identifying required resources, and noting key risk considerations to ensure the idea is testable.

Can I refine a research idea sourced from prior work into an actionable format?

Yes, you can refine a research idea sourced from prior work or discovery entries by anchoring the target concept and transitioning it into an actionable proposal saved as a markdown file.

What is the best way to document differentiation versus prior work in proposal writing?

The best way to document differentiation versus prior work in proposal writing is to generate a structured proposal section that explicitly compares your proposed approach against existing research methodologies.