research-ideation

Identify research puzzles and design empirical strategies for political science topics.

5|1|Updated Feb 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mgaldino/agents-workflow --skill research-ideation
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Skill: research-ideation
Source: https://github.com/mgaldino/agents-workflow/tree/main/skills-docs/research-ideation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mgaldino/agents-workflow --skill research-ideation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This section explains how to ideate research questions and build empirical strategies for political science and related fields, helping researchers move from curiosity to testable ideas.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate 3–5 research questions ranked by relevance, feasibility, originality, and clarity.
  • Propose empirical designs for each question, including design, identification strategy, data needs, and potential threats to validity.
  • Help position the work within ongoing literature and identify appropriate journals and scholarly debates.

Quick Start

Provide 3–5 ranked research questions with empirical designs.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-ideation

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate research questions for political science topics?

To generate research questions for political science, provide a concise topic brief to receive 3–5 ranked questions evaluated by relevance, feasibility, originality, and clarity. This process helps transform initial curiosity into testable research puzzles.

What is an empirical strategy in applied econometrics?

An empirical strategy in applied econometrics defines your research design, identification strategy, data needs, and potential threats to validity. It provides a structured framework to test political science hypotheses using real-world data.

How do I design an identification strategy for international relations research?

To design an identification strategy for international relations research, evaluate proposed empirical designs that outline data sources and validity threats. This isolates causal effects and addresses potential confounding variables in your analysis.

Can I use this to position my research within ongoing political science literature?

Yes, you can use this to position your research within ongoing political science literature. It helps identify appropriate journals and scholarly debates, ensuring your empirical design and questions align with existing academic conversations.

What is the best way to move from a research puzzle to a data strategy?

The best way to move from a research puzzle to a data strategy is to submit concise topic prompts. This generates ranked questions paired with empirical designs, guiding you through data needs and causal identification.