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Draft IMRAD-structured scientific manuscripts with citation styles and reporting checklists.

71|10|Updated Mar 26, 2026
Search Tags:#academic writing#scientific writing#IMRAD#reporting guidelines#manuscript drafting#research publication#citation formatting
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/the-omega-institute/automath --skill scientific-writing-the-omega-institute
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/the-omega-institute/automath/tree/main/.claude/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/the-omega-institute/automath --skill scientific-writing-the-omega-institute

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the risk of journal rejection due to poor manuscript structure, non-compliant reporting guidelines, or incorrect citation formatting, saving researchers hours of manual revision work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • IMRAD Structure Guidance: Step-by-step instructions for organizing all manuscript sections (abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion) with proper funnel and reverse-funnel structures.
  • Multi-Style Citation Support: Templates and rules for APA 7th Edition, Vancouver/ICMJE, and Nature citation styles for both in-text citations and reference lists.
  • Reporting Guideline Compliance: Built-in checklists for CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA, and other study-type-specific guidelines to ensure submission readiness.
  • Figure & Table Best Practices: Checklists and caption templates to create clear, compliant visual elements that meet journal standards.
  • Use Case: For a researcher preparing a systematic review manuscript, use this Skill to ensure the methods section follows PRISMA guidelines, format all references in Vancouver style, and create compliant figure captions for submission.

Quick Start

Use the scientific-writing skill to draft the full introduction section for your upcoming cohort study manuscript, following IMRAD structure and APA 7th edition citation rules.

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I format a research manuscript in IMRAD structure for journal submission?▼

IMRAD manuscript drafting organizes your document into Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections with proper funnel and reverse-funnel structures. This Skill automates that structuring process to ensure your manuscript meets standard journal submission requirements.

Can I use APA, Vancouver, and Nature citation styles for in-text citations and reference lists?▼

Yes, citation formatting supports APA 7th Edition, Vancouver/ICMJE, and Nature styles for both in-text citations and reference lists. The Skill applies the correct formatting rules automatically to ensure your references meet major journal standards.

How do I ensure my systematic review follows PRISMA reporting guidelines?▼

PRISMA compliance is enforced through built-in reporting checklists tailored to specific study types like systematic reviews. The Skill validates your methods section against PRISMA criteria to ensure your manuscript meets submission readiness for major journals.

What is the best way to create compliant figure captions and tables for scientific publication?▼

Creating compliant figures and tables requires following specific caption templates and best practice checklists. This Skill provides structured templates to generate clear visual elements that meet journal standards for scientific publication.

Does this manuscript drafting tool support CONSORT and STROBE reporting checklists?▼

Yes, reporting guideline compliance includes built-in checklists for CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA frameworks. The Skill ensures your manuscript adheres to these field-specific reporting guidelines, reducing the risk of journal rejection.

Why does my manuscript get rejected for non-compliant reporting guidelines and how do I fix it?▼

Journal rejection often results from poor manuscript structure or non-compliant reporting guidelines like missing CONSORT or STROBE elements. This Skill eliminates that risk by enforcing correct IMRAD structure and validating compliance automatically during drafting.

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