scientific-writing

Generates IMRAD-structured scientific manuscripts with citations and references.

Updated Mar 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ManfronEnrico/thesis-manifold --skill scientific-writing-manfronenrico
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Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/ManfronEnrico/thesis-manifold/tree/main/.claude/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ManfronEnrico/thesis-manifold --skill scientific-writing-manfronenrico

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers and writers compose rigorous scientific manuscripts by guiding through literature synthesis, sectioning, and citations with a two-stage writing process.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • IMRAD-compliant drafting: Guidance to structure sections (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion) with flowing prose.
  • Literature integration: Built-in cues for literature lookup, citations in APA/AMA/Vancouver styles, and reference formatting.
  • Two-stage writing workflow: Stage 1 outlines key points; Stage 2 expands outlines into complete paragraphs.
  • Support for theses and journals: Adaptable to theses, articles, reviews, and grant reports, with discipline-specific terminology.

Quick Start

Provide a research topic and let the tool generate a complete IMRAD manuscript draft in flowing prose.

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 the IMRAD format?

To structure a scientific manuscript using the IMRAD format, you organize content into Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections. This skill provides a framework for generating publication-ready drafts by guiding literature synthesis and sectioning with flowing prose.

What is the best way to draft a publication-ready academic article?

The best way to draft a publication-ready academic article is using a two-stage writing workflow. This process first generates an outline of key points, then expands those outlines into complete paragraphs to ensure coherent narrative flow and reproducibility.

Can I generate a literature review with integrated citation management?

Yes, you can generate a literature review with integrated citation management. This skill provides built-in cues for literature lookup and formats references in APA, AMA, and Vancouver styles to support academic writing workflows.

Does this academic writing tool support both journal articles and theses?

Yes, this academic writing tool supports both journal articles and theses. It is adaptable to theses, systematic reviews, and grant reports, accommodating discipline-specific terminology and various citation styles throughout the manuscript generation process.

How does the two-stage writing process work for scientific papers?

The two-stage writing process for scientific papers works by first outlining key points for each section, then expanding those outlines into complete, flowing paragraphs. This method ensures coherent narrative flow and reproducibility across the manuscript.

Do I need to provide my own literature lookup sources for research writing?

You do not need to provide external literature lookup sources for research writing. The skill features built-in cues for literature synthesis and integrates citations directly, relying on the Python requests library for its operations.