peer-review

Generate structured peer-review evaluations for manuscripts and grant proposals.

18|1|Updated Dec 27, 2025
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npx skills add https://github.com/LogauaEngstrom/claude-scientific-skills --skill peer-review-logauaengstrom
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Skill: peer-review
Source: https://github.com/LogauaEngstrom/claude-scientific-skills/tree/main/scientific-skills/peer-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LogauaEngstrom/claude-scientific-skills --skill peer-review-logauaengstrom

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Systematic, consistent, and efficient evaluation of scientific manuscripts and grant proposals by guiding reviewers through a rigorous framework that reduces bias and oversight.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured checklists for methodology, statistics, reproducibility, ethics, and reporting standards.
  • Reference-aligned guidance across disciplines with links to major guidelines (CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA, ARRIVE, MIAME, MINSEQE, etc.).
  • Use Case: A reviewer uses this skill to generate a reproducible critique that can be shared with authors and editors.

Quick Start

Provide a structured, evidence-based peer-review evaluation of a manuscript or grant proposal.

Frequently Asked Questions about peer-review

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

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How do I structure a peer review for a scientific manuscript?

To structure a peer review, use standardized checklists that evaluate methodology, statistics, reproducibility, ethics, and reporting standards across manuscript sections. This ensures a rigorous, consistent critique aligned with major guidelines like CONSORT and PRISMA.

What reporting standards should I check during manuscript review?

During manuscript review, check reporting standards such as CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA, ARRIVE, MIAME, and MINSEQE. Applying these reference-aligned checklists ensures evaluations meet discipline-specific guidelines for reproducibility and ethical reporting.

Can I use this framework to review grant proposals as well as manuscripts?

Yes, you can use this structured peer-review framework to evaluate grant proposals as well as scientific manuscripts. It applies across disciplines to assess methodology, statistics, reproducibility, and ethics, providing actionable feedback for both document types.

How do I assess reproducibility and methodology when peer reviewing a paper?

Assess reproducibility and methodology by applying structured evaluation checklists to the methods and results sections. This framework guides reviewers through statistical rigor and reporting standards, reducing oversight and bias in the critique.

What is the best way to generate a reproducible critique for journal editors?

The best way to generate a reproducible critique is to follow a standardized peer-review framework that produces structured, evidence-based feedback. This approach ensures the evaluation is consistent, transparent, and ready to share with authors and editors.

Does this peer-review approach work across different research disciplines?

Yes, this peer-review approach works across different research disciplines by providing reference-aligned guidance and structured checklists. It standardizes evaluations for methodology, statistics, and ethics regardless of the specific scientific field.