prioritization

Rank hypotheses by impact, feasibility, and novelty to select the next research action.

44|13|Updated Nov 15, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/openscientist-io/openscientist --skill prioritization-openscientist-io
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Skill: prioritization
Source: https://github.com/openscientist-io/openscientist/tree/main/skills/workflow/prioritization
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/openscientist-io/openscientist --skill prioritization-openscientist-io

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Prioritization guides scientific work by selecting the most impactful, feasible, and novel hypothesis to test next when many options exist.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Ranks hypotheses by Impact, Feasibility, and Novelty and executes the top-scoring test first.
  • Supports decision-making between testing, exploring data, searching literature, recording findings, and synthesizing results across iterations.
  • Provides iteration-phase guidance (early, middle, late) to adapt actions as the project evolves.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to determine the next high-priority action when multiple hypotheses compete for limited iteration budget.

Frequently Asked Questions about prioritization

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

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How do I decide which hypothesis to test next when managing an iterative experimental design?

Hypothesis prioritization scores competing research options by impact, feasibility, and novelty to select the most valuable test. It evaluates your current iteration state and budget constraints to execute the top-scoring experiment first.

What is the best way to prioritize data exploration tasks during a scientific workflow?

The best way to prioritize data exploration is evaluating whether to test, explore data, search literature, or synthesize results based on project phase. Iteration-phase guidance adapts your chosen actions as the data-rich project evolves.

Can I use automated decision trees to select research actions under a limited iteration budget?

Yes, you can automate decision-making to select research actions under budget constraints by scoring hypotheses against impact, feasibility, and novelty. This requires a current iteration state, budget constraint, and access to relevant data.

Does literature search integration help determine what experiments to run next?

Literature search integration helps determine what experiments to run next by incorporating existing knowledge into the hypothesis scoring process. It functions as a selectable action alongside data exploration and synthesis during iteration management.

When should I synthesize results instead of testing a new hypothesis in data analysis?

You should synthesize results instead of testing a new hypothesis during late iteration phases or when budget constraints limit further experiments. The decision framework shifts guidance toward recording findings and synthesizing data as projects mature.