scientific-writing

Transform research outlines into IMRAD-structured manuscripts with citations and figures.

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npx skills add https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-skills --skill scientific-writing-k-dense-ai
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Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-skills/tree/main/scientific-skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-skills --skill scientific-writing-k-dense-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This core Skill guides scientific writing from IMRAD structure to proper citations, figures, and reporting guidelines, ensuring clear, publication-ready manuscripts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manuscript structure and organization: IMRAD and discipline-specific formats.
  • Section guidance: Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion writing tips.
  • Citations and references: Styles including APA, AMA, Vancouver, Chicago, and IEEE.
  • Figures and tables: Best practices for self-explanatory visuals and effective data presentation.
  • Reporting guidelines: CONSORT/STROBE/PRISMA integration.

Quick Start

  1. Use research-lookup to gather sources for a section.
  2. Write flowing paragraphs in full prose (no bullet points) following the IMRAD outline with APA-style citations.

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

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How do I structure a scientific manuscript using IMRAD format?

IMRAD (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion) is the standard structure for research papers. This Skill guides you through organizing each section with proper flow, citations in APA/AMA/Vancouver styles, and alignment with reporting guidelines like PRISMA, CONSORT, and STROBE to ensure your manuscript meets publication standards.

Can I generate publication-ready figures and tables for my research paper?

Yes. This Skill provides best practices for creating self-explanatory figures and tables that meet journal requirements. It helps you present data effectively while ensuring visuals are publication-ready and complement your manuscript's written content.

How do I integrate citations and references into a scientific manuscript?

This Skill guides you through incorporating citations in multiple styles—APA, AMA, Vancouver, Chicago, and IEEE—directly into flowing prose. It ensures your references section is complete and your citations follow the citation style your target journal requires.

What's the best way to write an abstract and methods section for a research paper?

This Skill provides section-specific guidance for abstract, introduction, methods, and results writing. It enforces full-paragraph prose with no bullet points and ensures each section follows discipline conventions and aligns with IMRAD structure for coherent, publishable manuscripts.

Do I need to follow PRISMA, CONSORT, or STROBE guidelines for my manuscript?

Depending on your research type—systematic reviews, clinical trials, observational studies—specific reporting guidelines apply. This Skill integrates PRISMA, CONSORT, and STROBE requirements into your manuscript workflow to ensure compliance with journal submission standards.

How do I transform a research outline into a complete manuscript draft?

This Skill uses a two-stage workflow: first, outline your research with key literature points; then, flow that outline into full prose paragraphs. It guides you from initial structure through citation integration and figure placement to produce a complete, publication-ready scientific manuscript.