publication-prep

Automate manuscript preparation for journal submission with reporting guideline compliance.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/astoreyai/ai_scientist --skill publication-prep
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Skill: publication-prep
Source: https://github.com/astoreyai/ai_scientist/tree/main/skills/publication-prep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/astoreyai/ai_scientist --skill publication-prep

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill guides preparing complete, submission-ready manuscripts aligned with journal guidelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manuscript Structure: Title, abstract, methods, results, discussion, references.
  • Guideline Alignment: CONSORT, PRISMA, STROBE checks.
  • Submission Readiness: Cover letter, suggested reviewers, and checklists.

Quick Start

Prepare a journal-ready manuscript section with title, abstract, and methods outline.

Frequently Asked Questions about publication-prep

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I format a manuscript for journal submission with CONSORT or PRISMA guidelines?

This Skill automates manuscript formatting to align with journal guidelines like CONSORT, PRISMA, STROBE, and STARD. It structures your paper with title, abstract, methods, results, discussion, and references while enforcing reporting standard compliance, ensuring submission-ready output without manual guideline cross-checking.

What sections does a publication-ready manuscript need?

A complete manuscript requires title, structured abstract, methods, results, discussion, references, tables, and figures. This Skill enforces proper sequencing and content requirements for each section, applies journal-specific formatting rules, and generates submission checklists to verify all elements are present and compliant.

Can I use this for different study types like RCTs, systematic reviews, and observational studies?

Yes. This Skill handles RCTs, systematic reviews, observational studies, and diagnostic studies. It applies the appropriate reporting guideline (CONSORT for trials, PRISMA for reviews, STROBE for observational work, STARD for diagnostics) and tailors manuscript structure and checklist requirements to your study design.

How do I prepare a cover letter and reviewer suggestions for journal submission?

This Skill generates submission-ready cover letters and provides structured fields for suggesting peer reviewers. It integrates these with your formatted manuscript and creates final submission checklists to confirm all components—manuscript sections, cover letter, reviewer list, and guideline compliance—are complete.

What happens if my manuscript doesn't meet reporting guideline requirements?

This Skill checks manuscript content against reporting guidelines during preparation and flags missing elements like required methods detail or results reporting. It provides structured guidance to fill gaps so your final output meets journal standards without post-submission revision requests.

Do I need to know reporting guidelines like CONSORT or PRISMA before using this?

No. This Skill embeds guideline knowledge internally and applies the correct reporting standard automatically based on your study type. You provide your manuscript content and study design; the Skill handles guideline selection, structural enforcement, and compliance verification.