research-manager

Orchestrate multi-step research projects by scaffolding phases and managing dependent tasks.

126|13|Updated Dec 29, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/poemswe/co-researcher --skill research-manager
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Skill: research-manager
Source: https://github.com/poemswe/co-researcher/tree/main/skills/research-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/poemswe/co-researcher --skill research-manager

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users start new research projects or manage complex, multi-step research workflows by providing a structured planning and task management system.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Dynamic Scaffolding: Designs project phases based on the research question, consulting other skills like research-methodology.
  • Task Management: Breaks down research into atomic, verifiable tasks with dependencies.
  • Persistence: Saves task lists using the Task tool or a research-tasks.md file.
  • Use Case: Kick off a new academic paper by defining the methodology, breaking it into actionable steps, and tracking progress.

Quick Start

Use the research-manager skill to start a new research project on the impact of social media on teenage mental health.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-manager

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I plan and manage a multi-step research project?

Research project management involves dynamically scaffolding phases based on your research question, then breaking down the workflow into atomic, verifiable tasks with dependencies. This skill orchestrates the entire process and provides persistence across sessions.

What is dynamic scaffolding in research methodology?

Dynamic scaffolding in research methodology designs customized project phases based on your specific research question. It consults methodology frameworks to structure your workflow before generating actionable tasks for comprehensive management.

How do I break down complex research into atomic tasks with dependencies?

Breaking down complex research into atomic tasks with dependencies involves generating verifiable steps through a task management system. This skill orchestrates that breakdown and saves task lists using the Task tool or a research-tasks.md file.

Can I persist research task progress across multiple sessions?

Yes, you can persist research task progress across multiple sessions. This skill saves your task lists using the Task tool or writes them to a research-tasks.md file, ensuring your project workflow state is maintained over time.

Does this research workflow manager support web search integration?

Yes, this research workflow manager supports web search integration. It utilizes WebSearch and WebFetch tools alongside Read and AskUserQuestion to gather information and consult during project initiation and task execution.

What's the best way to kick off a new academic paper workflow?

The best way to kick off a new academic paper workflow is to start a research project by defining your methodology, scaffolding the phases, and breaking the work into actionable tracked steps for comprehensive project management.