scientific-writing

Convert research outlines into IMRAD-structured scientific manuscripts with integrated citations.

1|Updated Oct 2, 2022
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danburonline/public-writings --skill scientific-writing-danburonline
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/danburonline/public-writings/tree/main/.cursor/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danburonline/public-writings --skill scientific-writing-danburonline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill converts research outlines into publication-ready scientific manuscripts, ensuring complete paragraphs, proper IMRAD structure, and correctly formatted citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-stage writing process: create section outlines with key points, then convert into flowing prose with cohesive transitions.
  • IMRAD guidance: structured support for Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion to align with common journals.
  • Citation & references support: integrates major citation styles (APA/AMA/Vancouver) and consults standard reference management practices.
  • Journal guidelines alignment: helps enforce reporting standards (CONSORT/STROBE/PRISMA) and best-practice figures/tables integration.
  • Editorial consistency: assists with terminology consistency, tense usage, voice, and overall manuscript coherence.

Quick Start

Outline a Methods section for a study on neural correlates of learning, then prompt the skill to generate a complete, publication-ready paragraph-based draft with integrated citations.

Quick Start Example (plain text)

Provide an outline for a study on the effect of a teaching intervention on test scores; the skill will produce polished prose in full paragraphs suitable for journal submission.

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert research outlines into publication-ready scientific manuscripts?

To convert research outlines into publication-ready scientific manuscripts, use a two-stage writing process: draft section outlines with key points, then expand them into flowing prose with cohesive transitions, integrated citations, and IMRAD structure.

Can I format academic papers to match CONSORT, STROBE, or PRISMA reporting guidelines?

Yes, you can enforce CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA reporting guidelines during manuscript drafting. The process aligns your text with these major journal standards, ensuring structural compliance and proper integration of best-practice figures and tables.

How do I integrate APA, AMA, or Vancouver citations into a manuscript draft?

You can integrate APA, AMA, or Vancouver citations by applying built-in reference management practices during the two-stage writing workflow. The skill automatically formats references and embeds them directly into the generated publication-ready paragraphs.

Does this manuscript drafting tool support STEM fields outside of medical research?

Yes, this manuscript drafting tool supports STEM fields broadly. It applies the IMRAD structure across various scientific disciplines, ensuring terminology consistency, proper tense usage, and coherent academic voice for any publication-ready draft.

What is the best way to structure an IMRAD-based academic paper for journal submission?

The best way to structure an IMRAD-based academic paper is to follow a two-stage workflow: create detailed outlines for Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion, then convert those outlines into cohesive paragraphs with integrated citations and journal-style formatting.