scientific-writing

Generate IMRAD-structured manuscripts from structured notes and outlines.

5|2|Updated Jan 22, 2026
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Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/hyperbolic-c/auto-writing/tree/main/claude-scientific-writer/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hyperbolic-c/auto-writing --skill scientific-writing-hyperbolic-c

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables researchers to convert structured notes and outlines into polished, publication-ready manuscripts, reducing drafting time and improving narrative coherence.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • IMRAD-guided drafting: Create flowing, paragraph-based manuscripts following Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion.
  • Two-stage writing process: Start with literature-informed outlines and then expand into full prose with transitions and context.
  • Citation and style automation: Generate properly formatted references and align with field-specific styles (APA, Vancouver, AMA, Chicago, IEEE).
  • Use Case: A researcher can draft a Methods section from an experimental protocol outline and automatically generate the full narrative with cohesive storytelling.

Quick Start

  • Provide a project outline or bullet-point findings to initiate a complete manuscript draft.
  • The skill will convert outlines into flowing prose, including required sections, transitions, and references.

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 manuscripts?

To convert research outlines into publication-ready manuscripts, provide structured notes or bullet-point findings to initiate a draft. The skill applies a two-stage writing process, expanding literature-informed outlines into flowing IMRAD-formatted prose with transitions and context.

What is the IMRAD format for scientific writing?

The IMRAD format structures scientific writing into Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections. This skill guides the creation of flowing, paragraph-based manuscripts following this structure, ensuring narrative coherence across disciplines like journal articles and professional reports.

Can I automatically format citations in APA, Vancouver, or IEEE styles?

Yes, you can automatically format citations in APA, Vancouver, AMA, Chicago, or IEEE styles. The skill enforces literature lookup during the writing process and generates properly formatted references that align with your discipline-specific publishing guidelines.

How do I draft a Methods section from an experimental protocol?

To draft a Methods section from an experimental protocol, provide your structured outline to the skill. It will convert the protocol into full narrative prose with cohesive storytelling, maintaining discipline-specific terminology and adhering to publishing guidelines.

Does this scientific writing tool work for literature reviews and professional reports?

Yes, this scientific writing tool works for literature reviews and professional reports. It applies to IMRAD-formatted journal articles, reviews, and reports across disciplines, guiding outline-to-prose drafting, literature lookup, and citation formatting.

What is the two-stage writing process for manuscript generation?

The two-stage writing process for manuscript generation starts with literature-informed outlines and then expands them into full prose. This approach ensures narrative coherence and proper context before generating the final publication-ready text with required references.