research-ideas

Generate iteratively-reviewed research ideas from a problem statement.

2|1|Updated Feb 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/inference-sim/sdlc-plugins --skill research-ideas
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Skill: research-ideas
Source: https://github.com/inference-sim/sdlc-plugins/tree/main/plugins/research-ideas/skills/research-ideas
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/inference-sim/sdlc-plugins --skill research-ideas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of generating novel research ideas by leveraging AI models for review and refinement, ensuring a structured and iterative approach to innovation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided Workflow: Step-by-step configuration for problem statements, background gathering, and judge selection.
  • Multi-Source Context: Gathers background information from repositories, papers, and web searches.
  • Iterative Review: Uses multiple AI models to review and improve generated ideas.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to explore new avenues for a project on renewable energy. They use this Skill to define the problem, gather relevant background papers, generate initial ideas, and have them reviewed by Claude, GPT-4o, and Gemini to refine the concepts.

Quick Start

Run the research-ideas skill to begin generating new research concepts.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-ideas

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate research ideas from a problem statement using AI?

To generate research ideas from a problem statement, you need a structured workflow that gathers background context and applies an iterative AI review process. This approach uses multiple AI models to review and refine initial concepts, ensuring a higher quality of innovation.

Can I gather background context from local repositories and web searches for research innovation?

Yes, gathering background context from local repositories, GitHub, documents, and web searches is supported. This multi-source context collection feeds directly into the AI models to ensure the generated research ideas are grounded in existing literature and relevant data.

How does multi-model AI review work for refining generated concepts?

Multi-model AI review works by leveraging different AI models like Claude, GPT-4o, and Gemini to iteratively evaluate and improve generated ideas. This guided review process enhances the concepts by exposing them to diverse algorithmic perspectives and refinement criteria.

What is the best way to automate literature context gathering for a new project?

The best way to automate literature context gathering is using a guided workflow that pulls background information from repositories, papers, and web searches. This automated context gathering provides the necessary foundational knowledge for generating novel research ideas.

Does this iterative AI review process support parallel processing and task visibility?

Yes, the iterative AI review process supports parallel processing to handle multiple tasks efficiently. It includes a progress dashboard that provides real-time task visibility, allowing you to monitor the status of background gathering and idea refinement simultaneously.

Why use a multi-model approach instead of a single AI model for research idea generation?

Using a multi-model approach for research idea generation prevents bias from a single AI model and provides diverse analytical perspectives. Iteratively reviewing ideas with different models ensures a more robust and thoroughly refined final problem statement.