paper-writing

Guide research paper writing with structured brainstorming and enforced editorial rules.

160|8|Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SNL-UCSB/paper-writing-skill --skill paper-writing-snl-ucsb
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Skill: paper-writing
Source: https://github.com/SNL-UCSB/paper-writing-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SNL-UCSB/paper-writing-skill --skill paper-writing-snl-ucsb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires Claude Code, literature-survey-skill, data-visualization-skill, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenges of writing research papers by providing structured guidance, AI-powered tools, and enforcement of editorial principles, voice profile, and writing workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Brainstorming: Walks users through a comprehensive brainstorming process to articulate their research ideas clearly.
  • Figure Synthesis: Generates conceptual figures like architecture diagrams and process flows using AI and TikZ templates.
  • Writing Pipeline: Enforces a five-stage writing process, including drafting, evaluation, design, background, related work, and abstract.
  • Style and Editorial Rules: Applies strict style and editorial rules, including sentence length, hedging, active voice, and claim-first topics.
  • Integration with Research Pipeline: Seamlessly integrates with literature survey and data visualization skills to ensure a cohesive research process.

Quick Start

Run the skill with /paper-writing to start the structured brainstorming workflow and begin writing your research paper.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-writing

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

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How do I structure my research paper writing workflow with AI assistance?

Generate conceptual figures like architecture diagrams and process flows for your research paper using AI-powered figure synthesis. This feature leverages AI and TikZ templates to create visual representations directly within the writing pipeline.

Does this paper writing tool enforce editorial principles and active voice?

Yes, the research paper writing skill integrates seamlessly with literature survey and data visualization skills to ensure a cohesive research process. This integration allows structured brainstorming and figure synthesis to connect with prior literature review and data analysis steps.

What is the best way to start writing a research paper using structured guidance?

The best way to start writing a research paper is to run the structured brainstorming workflow, which walks you through articulating research ideas clearly. This initiates a comprehensive five-stage writing pipeline covering drafting through abstract creation.

Do I need Claude Code to use the research paper writing workflow?

Yes, you need Claude Code and associated skill files to operate the research paper writing workflow. The structured guidance, AI-powered figure synthesis, and editorial principle enforcement all require Claude Code for full functionality.

Can I use this writing pipeline for machine learning and networking research papers?

Yes, the writing pipeline applies to system and networking, machine learning, and other research fields. It focuses on research paper preparation and writing across these domains by enforcing structured workflows and editorial principles specific to academic publishing.