scientific-writing

Generate IMRAD-structured scientific manuscript sections with citation styling.

203|27|Updated Apr 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/franklee16/academic-research-skills --skill scientific-writing-franklee16
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Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/franklee16/academic-research-skills/tree/main/writing/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/franklee16/academic-research-skills --skill scientific-writing-franklee16

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you turn research and literature inputs into clear, publication-ready scientific writing that follows IMRAD structure, citation style requirements, and study reporting guidelines—while enforcing the “full paragraphs, never bullet points” rule for the final manuscript.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manuscript writing with IMRAD structure: Produces full scientific sections (abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion, conclusion) using a discipline-appropriate flow.
  • Two-stage workflow with research-lookup: Generates section outlines first, then converts them into flowing prose suitable for submission.
  • Citation and referencing support (APA/AMA/Vancouver and others): Ensures consistent in-text citation formatting and reference list alignment to the chosen style.
  • Figures/tables integration and reporting guideline coverage: Aligns content to common requirements like CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA, and related checklists; integrates tables/figures with proper captions.
  • Mandatory graphical abstract + additional schematics: Requires creation of a graphical abstract plus at least one additional schematic figure for scientific paper completeness.
  • Professional formatting support for reports: Guides use of a scientific report LaTeX style package for non-journal documents.

Quick Start

Use this skill to draft a paper section for your target journal by first creating an outline from your research notes, then expanding it into flowing IMRAD prose with the correct citation style and reporting guideline alignment.

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I draft a scientific manuscript using IMRAD structure from research notes?

Drafting a scientific manuscript using IMRAD structure requires a two-stage workflow: generating section outlines from research inputs first, then converting them into flowing, paragraph-only prose suitable for journal submission.

Can I format in-text citations and reference lists for different journal submission styles?

Yes, scientific manuscript drafting supports consistent in-text citation formatting and reference list alignment across multiple styles including APA, AMA, and Vancouver for journal submissions.

Does scientific manuscript drafting align with reporting guidelines like CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA?

Scientific manuscript drafting aligns content with common reporting guidelines like CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA, integrating figures and tables with proper captions to meet study reporting checklist requirements.

Do I need to create a graphical abstract and schematic figures when writing a scientific paper?

Yes, creating a graphical abstract plus at least one additional schematic figure is mandatory for scientific paper completeness when drafting publication-ready manuscripts.

What is the best way to format a scientific report for non-journal documents?

For non-journal documents, the best way to format a scientific report is by using a scientific report LaTeX style package, which provides professional formatting support for reports.

Why does scientific writing enforce full paragraphs instead of bullet points?

Scientific writing enforces full paragraphs instead of bullet points to produce flowing, publication-ready prose that meets the structural standards of journal manuscript submissions.