scientific-reviewer

Identify and evaluate claims and supporting evidence in scientific documents.

34|7|Updated Nov 29, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jkitchin/skillz --skill scientific-reviewer
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: scientific-reviewer
Source: https://github.com/jkitchin/skillz/tree/main/skills/research/scientific-reviewer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jkitchin/skillz --skill scientific-reviewer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill guides Claude to perform structured, critical reviews of scientific documents, focusing on claims, methodology, citations, and overall quality.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Claims analysis: identify and assess major claims with evidence
  • Logic & Methodology review: evaluate experimental design, controls, statistics
  • Citations and quality: check literature coverage and missing references
  • Structured output: executive summary and detailed feedback format

Quick Start

Example: "Review the attached manuscript focusing on claim validity, methodology, and citations; provide actionable recommendations and a concise executive summary."

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-reviewer

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform automated peer review of scientific manuscripts?

Automated peer review systematically evaluates claims, methodology, citations, and evidence quality in research documents. Submit your manuscript or research article with instructions to assess claim validity, experimental design, statistical rigor, literature coverage, and reproducibility; the Skill generates structured feedback, executive summaries, and actionable recommendations for improvement.

What does claims-evidence mapping in scientific documents involve?

Claims-evidence mapping identifies major assertions in a paper and evaluates whether supporting evidence is adequate, logically sound, and properly cited. The process traces each claim to its sources, assesses methodological rigor, checks citation adequacy, and flags unsupported or weakly supported conclusions.

Can I use this for reproducibility verification of research methods?

Yes, reproducibility verification examines whether methods, data, and statistical approaches are described with sufficient detail and transparency for replication. The Skill assesses methodological completeness, data availability documentation, controls, statistical validity, and identifies gaps that would prevent independent reproduction of results.

How do I evaluate citation quality and literature coverage in a paper?

Citation quality evaluation checks whether the paper cites relevant prior work, covers the literature adequately, and identifies missing references or gaps in context. The Skill identifies claims lacking proper attribution, assesses whether cited sources genuinely support stated conclusions, and flags areas needing additional literature review.

What formats and document types does structured scientific review support?

Structured review applies to research articles, reviews, methods papers, technical reports, brief communications, case studies, and preprints. The Skill handles diverse scientific document formats and generates outputs including executive summaries, detailed reviews, and actionable recommendations tailored to each document type.

Do I need domain expertise to interpret the methodology and statistical critique?

The Skill provides detailed logic and methodological critique including statistical assessment and experimental design evaluation. While domain knowledge enhances interpretation, the structured output—flagging statistical issues, control problems, and methodological weaknesses—is designed for both specialists and researchers new to a subfield.