ma-topic-intake

Translate a meta-analysis topic from TOPIC.txt into a formal PICO/PECO protocol and generate scaffold files under 01_protocol.

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npx skills add https://github.com/htlin222/meta-pipe --skill ma-topic-intake

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Skill: ma-topic-intake
Source: https://github.com/htlin222/meta-pipe/tree/main/ma-topic-intake
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/htlin222/meta-pipe --skill ma-topic-intake

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Intake a meta-analysis topic from TOPIC.txt, translate it into a formal PICO or PECO protocol, and define eligibility, outcomes, and search scope to accelerate project start.

Core Features & Use Cases

Converts the raw TOPIC.txt into a formal PICO/PECO scaffold.
Generates protocol documents under 01_protocol (pico.yaml, eligibility.md, outcomes.md, search-plan.md, decision-log.md) and records initial assumptions.
Provides templates and guidance for inclusion criteria, study types, and search scope to support reproducible reviews.

Quick Start

Provide TOPIC.txt and I will generate a complete protocol scaffold and protocol documents ready for review.

Frequently Asked Questions about ma-topic-intake

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

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How do I convert a meta-analysis topic into a formal PICO protocol?▼

A PICO protocol structures your meta-analysis topic into Population, Intervention, Comparison, and Outcomes. This skill converts raw topic text into a formal PICO/PECO scaffold, generating pico.yaml and eligibility criteria to standardize your research question.

What files do I need to define study eligibility criteria for a systematic review?▼

Defining study eligibility criteria requires structured protocol documents like eligibility.md and outcomes.md. By providing your raw topic text, the system generates these files to establish clear inclusion parameters, study types, and outcomes for your systematic review.

How do I structure a search scope for a meta-analysis project?▼

Structuring a meta-analysis search scope involves generating a search-plan.md file alongside your PICO protocol. This process takes your initial topic and defines the prepared search scope to accelerate project start and ensure reproducible literature retrieval.

When should I use PECO instead of PICO for my meta-analysis protocol?▼

Use PECO instead of PICO when your meta-analysis focuses on Exposures rather than Interventions. The protocol intake process translates your topic into the appropriate PECO or PICO format, setting the correct analysis_type for your research question.

Can I generate a protocol scaffold from a plain text topic description?▼

Yes, you can generate a complete protocol scaffold from a plain text topic description. The system intakes your raw TOPIC.txt file and automatically populates pico.yaml, eligibility.md, outcomes.md, and a decision-log.md to record initial assumptions.