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Draft and format IMRAD manuscript sections with citation and reporting guidelines.

3|Updated Dec 3, 2025
Search Tags:#writing#citations#PRISMA#IMRAD#APA#CONSORT#manuscripts
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/braselog/researchAssistant --skill scientific-writing-braselog
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/braselog/researchAssistant/tree/main/.ra/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/braselog/researchAssistant --skill scientific-writing-braselog

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers draft clear, publication-ready manuscripts by providing IMRAD structure templates, consistent citation formatting, and guidance for figures, tables, and reporting guidelines. It reduces time spent on formatting and improves consistency across sections.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • IMRAD templates for Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion
  • Citation formatting guidelines (APA/AMA/Vancouver) with reference examples
  • Guidelines for figures, tables, and reporting standards (CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA)
  • Use cases: drafting any manuscript section, preparing journal submissions, and ensuring reproducible writing workflow

Quick Start

To begin, provide a research topic and key study features, and ask the skill to generate an IMRAD-structured outline or specific sections such as Methods or Introduction. Example prompt: "Draft a Methods section outline for a randomized trial on X."

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I draft an IMRAD manuscript for journal submission?▼

To draft an IMRAD manuscript, apply structured templates for Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections, ensuring correct citations, figures, tables, and reporting guidelines for submission readiness.

What reporting guidelines should I use for clinical trials and systematic reviews?▼

For clinical trials and systematic reviews, apply CONSORT and PRISMA reporting guidelines to structure your Methods and Results sections, ensuring your scientific manuscript meets publication and reproducibility standards.

How do I format citations in APA, AMA, or Vancouver style for a research paper?▼

Format citations in APA, AMA, or Vancouver style by applying specific reference formatting rules and examples to your scientific manuscript, ensuring consistent citation structure across all IMRAD sections.

How do I write a Methods section outline for a randomized trial?▼

Write a Methods section outline for a randomized trial by providing your research topic and key study features, then applying CONSORT reporting guidelines to generate publication-ready manuscript sections.

Does this approach support observational study reporting standards?▼

Yes, this manuscript drafting approach supports observational study reporting standards by integrating STROBE guidelines alongside CONSORT and PRISMA to ensure accurate reporting of figures, tables, and study designs.

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