peer-review

Guide stage-by-step peer review of academic manuscripts and draft formal reports.

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npx skills add https://github.com/Norman-bury/research-writing-skill --skill peer-review-norman-bury
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Skill: peer-review
Source: https://github.com/Norman-bury/research-writing-skill/tree/main/skills/peer-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Norman-bury/research-writing-skill --skill peer-review-norman-bury

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured, end-to-end guide for performing rigorous peer-review and self-review of scholarly manuscripts, ensuring comprehensive critique and actionable feedback.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Checklist-driven evaluation: step-by-step checks for abstract, introduction, methods, results, and discussion.
  • Bias detection & transparency: prompts to identify potential biases and assess reproducibility.
  • Self-review templates: pre-formulated prompts to help the author revise manuscripts before submission.

Quick Start

Build a complete peer-review report for a given manuscript in 1-2 pages following the checklist and templates.

Frequently Asked Questions about peer-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a structured peer review report for an academic manuscript?

To write a structured peer review report, evaluate the manuscript stage-by-stage from abstract to discussion using checklists, bias-detection prompts, and pre-formulated templates to draft a complete, actionable critique. This process yields a formal 1-2 page review document.

What is the best way to check an academic manuscript for bias before submission?

The best way to check an academic manuscript for bias is to apply targeted bias-detection prompts during the evaluation process. This helps identify potential biases and assess reproducibility across the abstract, methods, results, and discussion sections.

Can I use a checklist to perform a self-review of my own scholarly writing?

Yes, you can use self-review templates to perform a checklist-driven evaluation of your own scholarly writing. These pre-formulated prompts guide you through stage-by-stage checks, helping you revise your manuscript and ensure transparency before submitting it for publication.

Does this peer-review process work for academic submissions across different disciplines?

Yes, this peer-review process applies to academic submissions across all disciplines. It provides structured, end-to-end guidance for rigorous manuscript critique, ensuring comprehensive evaluation and actionable feedback regardless of the specific academic field.

How do I assess the reproducibility of a scholarly manuscript during a peer review?

To assess reproducibility during a peer review, use specific bias-detection and transparency prompts included in the evaluation checklist. These prompts guide you to evaluate the methods and results sections critically, ensuring the research can be reliably replicated.