research-assistant

Manage academic research tasks from literature review to manuscript drafting.

267|63|Updated Feb 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/modu-ai/cowork-plugins --skill research-assistant-modu-ai
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Skill: research-assistant
Source: https://github.com/modu-ai/cowork-plugins/tree/main/moai-education/skills/research-assistant
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/modu-ai/cowork-plugins --skill research-assistant-modu-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of managing complex academic research workflows by providing comprehensive support from literature review to manuscript preparation, saving researchers time and effort.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Literature Search & Analysis: Conduct systematic searches across multiple databases and organize references efficiently.
  • Research Design & Planning: Assist in formulating research questions, hypotheses, and methods aligned with academic standards.
  • Data Collection & Analysis Support: Guide through statistical techniques and automate result interpretation.
  • Manuscript Drafting & Review: Generate structured drafts, perform proofreading, and ensure adherence to academic formats.
  • Use Case: A doctoral candidate can use this Skill to organize the literature, develop the research plan, analyze data, and prepare the manuscript for submission.

Quick Start

Input your research topic and scope, then let the AI assist in collecting relevant literature, analyzing findings, and drafting your academic paper.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-assistant

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

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How do I streamline a systematic review and academic research workflow?

Streamline a systematic review by using automated literature search, reference organization, and manuscript drafting to manage the full academic research workflow efficiently. It connects database searches directly to structured scholarly writing.

Can I get help with research design and methodology formulation?

Yes, you can get help with research design by formulating research questions, structuring hypotheses, and defining methods aligned with academic standards. This provides a structured foundation before data collection begins.

What is the best way to automate data analysis and result interpretation for scholarly writing?

Automate data analysis by applying statistical techniques to collected datasets and generating automated interpretations of the results. This guides you through the analytical process and integrates findings directly into manuscript drafts.

Does this approach support drafting and formatting a manuscript for journal submission?

Yes, this approach supports manuscript drafting by generating structured drafts, performing proofreading, and ensuring adherence to required academic formats. It prepares the final document directly for journal submission.

How do I organize references efficiently when conducting a literature review?

Organize references efficiently by conducting systematic searches across multiple databases and structuring the extracted literature. This ensures all sources are tracked and accessible throughout the research and drafting phases.