manuscript-revision

Automate scholarly manuscript revision through a multi-critic evaluation loop.

20|11|Updated Apr 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mronkko/claude-academic-research --skill manuscript-revision
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Skill: manuscript-revision
Source: https://github.com/mronkko/claude-academic-research/tree/main/skills/manuscript-revision
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mronkko/claude-academic-research --skill manuscript-revision

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Scholarly manuscript revision is often lengthy and error-prone; this skill enforces a structured, multi-critic workflow to surface and fix major issues before finalization.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Parallel-critic loop with four perspectives (evidence, method, argument, expert) to surface MAJOR issues.
  • Render-and-validate process that ensures changes are grounded in evidence and rigorous analysis.
  • Procedure-driven execution via /critic-loop; suitable for polishing drafts across papers, theses, or chapters.

Quick Start

Run the parallel-critic revision loop on the current draft by executing /critic-loop until no MAJOR issues remain.

Frequently Asked Questions about manuscript-revision

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

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How do I automate peer-review critique for a manuscript draft?

Automate manuscript revision by running a multi-critic evaluation loop that applies four parallel perspectives—evidence, method, argument, and expert—to surface and resolve major issues in your draft.

What is the best way to revise a thesis or dissertation chapter?

Revising a thesis or dissertation chapter is best handled through a structured critic loop that iteratively evaluates the draft until no major methodological or argumentative issues remain.

How does the parallel-critic revision loop work?

The parallel-critic loop works by rendering your manuscript for evaluation and coordinating four distinct critics to identify major flaws, repeating the cycle until explicit termination criteria are met.

Can I use this manuscript revision process for a first draft?

This process is not designed for first-draft writing; it requires an existing draft of a journal article, thesis, or chapter that needs structured critique and polishing.

Do I need any specific tools or dependencies to run the critic-loop?

No specific dependencies are required to run the critic-loop; you execute the procedure-driven command on your existing manuscript draft to initiate the parallel evaluation.

When should I avoid using an automated multi-critic manuscript revision?

Avoid using automated multi-critic revision when your document is still in the first-draft stage or when you need minor line editing rather than structured critique of major evidentiary or methodological issues.