peer-review-assistant

Generate structured peer review reports via Consensus API literature searches.

37|5|Updated Jun 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/stephenturner/skill-peer-review-assistant --skill peer-review-assistant
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Skill: peer-review-assistant
Source: https://github.com/stephenturner/skill-peer-review-assistant/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stephenturner/skill-peer-review-assistant --skill peer-review-assistant

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires docx, and includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the time-consuming and error-prone nature of pre-submission manuscript review by automating literature verification and citation checking.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Claim Verification: Uses Consensus to check if background claims in your manuscript are supported by current literature.
  • Citation Gap Analysis: Identifies high-impact, relevant papers that may have been missed in your reference list.
  • Methods Assessment: Evaluates whether your chosen methods reflect current field standards or have been superseded.
  • Use Case: A researcher preparing a paper on AI-driven clinical prediction can use this to ensure their background claims are accurate and that they haven't missed recent benchmarking papers.

Quick Start

Upload your manuscript and ask the peer-review-assistant to review the paper for background accuracy and missing citations.

Frequently Asked Questions about peer-review-assistant

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate peer review for an academic manuscript?

Automate peer review by uploading your manuscript to generate a structured report that verifies background claims, assesses methods against current standards, and identifies missing citations.

What is citation gap analysis and how does it find missing references?

Citation gap analysis identifies high-impact, relevant papers missing from your reference list by performing targeted literature searches via the Consensus API to ensure comprehensive coverage.

How do I verify manuscript claims against current scientific literature?

Verify manuscript claims by querying the Consensus API to check if your background statements are supported by current literature, ensuring accuracy across scientific domains before submission.

Do I need the Consensus API and docx library to generate a peer review report?

Yes, generating structured peer review reports requires integrating the Consensus MCP connector for literature searches and the docx library to output the final report.

Can I check if my research methods reflect current field standards?

Methods assessment evaluates whether your chosen methods reflect current field standards or have been superseded, helping researchers ensure their methodology is up-to-date.

What are the limitations of automated pre-submission manuscript review?

Automated pre-submission review focuses on literature verification, citation gap analysis, and methods assessment, but does not replace comprehensive human evaluation of novelty or data integrity.