research-refine

Convert vague research ideas into anchored, implementable plans via Codex MCP.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills --skill research-refine-nxzhai
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Skill: research-refine
Source: https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills/tree/main/research-refine
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nxZhai/Nicy-Extension-Skills --skill research-refine-nxzhai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers convert vague, high-level research directions into anchored, implementable plans through a disciplined, multi-phase review workflow powered by Codex MCP.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Anchors the core problem to preserve the original objective in every draft.
  • Produces an initial proposal, structured refinement rounds, and a final proposal ready for execution planning.
  • Provides an auditable, multi-round review trail including score history and decision logs.

Quick Start

Provide your initial problem and a rough method direction; this skill will return an anchored, phased research plan and a minimal validation sketch.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-refine

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I turn a vague research idea into an anchored, implementable plan?

To turn vague ideas into anchored research plans, provide an initial problem and rough method direction. The workflow applies a problem anchor to preserve the original objective, generating an initial proposal, structured refinement rounds, and a final proposal ready for execution.

What is the structured refinement process for early-stage research proposal drafting?

The structured refinement process for research proposal drafting involves an iterative review workflow centered on Codex MCP tooling. It produces an anchored, phased research plan alongside a minimal validation sketch and an auditable review trail including score history and decision logs.

Can I use this iterative review workflow for research feasibility checks?

Yes, you can use this iterative review workflow for research feasibility checks. It applies to early-stage brainstorming and proposal drafting, providing a multi-round review trail with score history, decision logs, and a minimal validation sketch to evaluate your rough method direction.

Do I need Codex MCP tooling to validate my research proposal iterations?

Yes, you need Codex MCP tooling to validate research proposal iterations. The multi-phase review workflow is centered on Codex MCP, using it to generate staged plans, apply problem anchoring, and produce an auditable trail of score history and decision logs for revisions.

What's the best way to preserve the original objective during research plan revisions?

The best way to preserve the original objective during research plan revisions is applying a problem anchor. This anchoring mechanism maintains the core problem definition throughout the initial proposal, structured refinement rounds, and final proposal generation to prevent objective drift.

When should I not use an anchored multi-phase research planning workflow?

You should not use an anchored multi-phase research planning workflow if your project lacks a defined problem anchor or rough method direction. The workflow requires an initial problem to generate staged plans, iterative reviews, and a final ready proposal, making it unsuitable for unstructured exploration.