scientific-writing

Convert research ideas into IMRAD-structured manuscripts with citations and reporting guidelines.

1|Updated Apr 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/m0at/claudemd --skill scientific-writing-m0at
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/m0at/claudemd/tree/main/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/m0at/claudemd --skill scientific-writing-m0at

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This skill streamlines the transition from research concepts to polished, publication-ready manuscripts by enforcing a rigorous writing workflow, ensuring adherence to IMRAD structure, proper citation styles, and journal-specific guidelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-stage writing process: First generate section outlines with key points using literature lookup, then convert outlines into complete flowing prose for final manuscript.
  • IMRAD and structure guidance: Provides guidance for Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion, plus recommended structures for alternative formats (reviews, case reports, meta-analyses) and integration of figures and tables.
  • Citation, references, and guidelines: Supports APA/AMA/Vancouver styles, implements reporting guidelines (CONSORT/STROBE/PRISMA), and coordinates with reference resources.
  • References and figures management: Recommends best practices for citations, tables, and figures with professional formatting, including self-contained captions and sample sizes.
  • Field-specific language and terminology: Adapts terminology to biomedical, engineering, or social science contexts with discipline-appropriate nomenclature.

Quick Start

Provide your topic and at least one key source, then run Stage 1 outlines via literature lookup and Stage 2 conversion to full prose.

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a manuscript using the IMRAD structure?

To write a manuscript using the IMRAD structure, generate section outlines for Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion, then convert those outlines into complete flowing prose with integrated references and discipline-specific terminology.

What citation styles are supported for formatting scientific manuscripts?

Scientific manuscripts can be formatted with APA, AMA, and Vancouver citation styles, ensuring proper integration of references and adherence to journal-specific reporting guidelines such as CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA.

How do I create a two-stage writing process for a research paper?

A two-stage writing process for a research paper involves first generating section outlines with key points via literature lookup, then converting those structured outlines into final, publication-ready flowing prose.

Can I use reporting guidelines like CONSORT and PRISMA for biomedical writing?

Yes, biomedical writing can implement reporting guidelines like CONSORT and PRISMA, alongside alternative structures for reviews and meta-analyses, to ensure your manuscript meets rigorous publication standards.

How do I format figures and tables for a scientific publication?

Figures and tables for scientific publication are formatted with professional standards, including self-contained captions and sample sizes, while coordinating with reference resources to maintain structural integrity within the manuscript.

Does this scientific writing process work for engineering and social science domains?

Yes, the scientific writing process adapts terminology and nomenclature for biomedical, engineering, and social science domains, ensuring the final manuscript meets the specific language requirements of each discipline.