peer-review

Evaluate manuscripts and grant proposals using standardized peer review checklists.

321|26|Updated Mar 10, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/mkurman/tamux --skill peer-review-mkurman
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Skill: peer-review
Source: https://github.com/mkurman/tamux/tree/main/skills/scientific-skills/peer-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mkurman/tamux --skill peer-review-mkurman

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Peer review is a time-consuming, error-prone process. This skill provides a comprehensive, checklist-driven framework to standardize evaluation of study design, analysis, reporting, reproducibility, and ethics, reducing variability and increasing thoroughness.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Stage-based evaluation covering Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and References.
  • Alignment with discipline-specific reporting guidelines (CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA, ARRIVE, MIAME, MINSEQE) and guidance on data and code transparency.
  • Structured feedback templates (major/minor comments) and a reproducible review report workflow that can be adapted for manuscripts and grant proposals.
  • References to a curated knowledge base (reports and common issues) to support critique and learning.

Quick Start

Provide a structured review using the skill to guide evaluation of a manuscript.

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 perform a structured peer review using reporting guidelines like CONSORT and STROBE?

Checklist-driven peer review applies standardized guidelines like CONSORT and STROBE to evaluate methodology, statistics, and reporting standards stage by stage. This reduces variability and increases thoroughness across manuscripts, grants, and systematic reviews.

What is the best way to standardize manuscript evaluation for reproducibility and data transparency?

Standardizing manuscript evaluation requires enforcing adherence to reporting guidelines and demanding transparent data and code availability. A structured framework delivers actionable major and minor feedback while ensuring ethical and reproducible research practices.

Can I use checklist-based peer review for grant proposals and systematic reviews?

Yes, checklist-based peer review adapts to grant proposals and systematic reviews alongside manuscripts. It evaluates study design, analysis, and ethics across disciplines using reproducible review report workflows and structured feedback templates.

How does a stage-based manuscript evaluation process work?

Stage-based manuscript evaluation systematically reviews the Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and References. It applies discipline-specific checklists like PRISMA and ARRIVE to generate structured critique and actionable feedback.

Do I need specific reporting guidelines to evaluate methodology and statistics in scientific manuscripts?

Yes, evaluating methodology and statistics requires discipline-specific reporting guidelines like CONSORT for trials, STROBE for observational studies, and PRISMA for systematic reviews. These checklists ensure comprehensive and standardized critique.

What are the limitations of checklist-driven peer review?

Checklist-driven peer review focuses on standardized reporting and methodological transparency but may not fully assess scientific novelty or broader contextual impact. It enforces guidelines like MIAME and MINSEQE, requiring explicit data and code availability.