peer-review

Evaluate manuscripts with structured rubrics for methodology, statistics, and reporting standards.

1|Updated Mar 11, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli --skill peer-review-scimate-ai
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Skill: peer-review
Source: https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli/tree/main/internal/skills/bundled/claude-scientific-skills/skills/peer-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli --skill peer-review-scimate-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured, rubric-based workflow to evaluate scientific manuscripts, enabling consistent, high-quality peer reviews that cover methodology, statistics, reporting standards, ethics, and reproducibility.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured rubrics for method, statistics, bias, and reporting guidelines (CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA).
  • Stage-based review workflow with major/minor comments and actionable recommendations.
  • Reproducibility focus with data availability and code review prompts.
  • Editor-friendly outputs: synthesis summary, comment templates, and revision suggestions.
  • Suitable for journal submissions, grant reviews, and research proposals.

Quick Start

Review an attached manuscript by generating a structured peer-review report that highlights methodological and statistical issues and suggests targeted revisions.

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 write a structured peer review for a scientific manuscript?

A structured peer review uses a rubric-based workflow to evaluate methodology, statistics, bias, and reporting standards like CONSORT or PRISMA. It produces editor-friendly outputs including a synthesis summary, major and minor comments, and targeted revision suggestions.

How do I evaluate reporting guidelines like CONSORT and PRISMA in manuscript reviews?

Evaluating reporting guidelines involves applying structured rubrics to verify manuscript compliance with CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA standards. This checklist-based process checks methodological rigor and statistical reporting, yielding a prioritized summary of major and minor revision comments.

Can I use a checklist-based approach to review research proposals and grant applications?

Yes, a checklist-based approach effectively reviews research proposals and grant applications. The structured evaluation assesses methodology, statistics, and reproducibility across disciplinary contexts, generating actionable recommendations and revision suggestions suitable for grant reviews.

What is the best way to check reproducibility and data availability in a manuscript evaluation?

The best way to check reproducibility in a manuscript evaluation is to use structured review prompts that assess data availability and code review practices. This ensures transparent evaluation by verifying that methodological and statistical details align with common reporting standards.

How does a rubric-based workflow guide authors through major and minor revisions?

A rubric-based workflow guides authors through revisions by categorizing feedback into prioritized major and minor comments based on methodological and statistical issues. It provides targeted revision suggestions aligned with common reporting standards to ensure rigorous manuscript evaluation.