scientific-writing

Generate scientific manuscripts with IMRAD structure and citation styles.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/Zehong-Wang/Kosmos --skill scientific-writing-zehong-wang
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Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/Zehong-Wang/Kosmos/tree/main/kosmos-reference/kosmos-claude-scientific-writer/.claude/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Zehong-Wang/Kosmos --skill scientific-writing-zehong-wang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the complex process of writing scientific manuscripts, from structuring research papers to ensuring adherence to specific citation styles and reporting guidelines, transforming raw data and findings into polished, submission-ready documents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Manuscript Structuring: Organizes content according to IMRAD format and discipline-specific conventions.
  • Citation & Reference Management: Applies styles like APA, AMA, Vancouver, Chicago, IEEE.
  • Reporting Guideline Adherence: Ensures compliance with standards like CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA.
  • Use Case: A researcher has completed a clinical trial and needs to write a manuscript for submission to a medical journal. This Skill helps structure the paper, format citations correctly, and ensure all necessary elements (like a CONSORT diagram) are included as per journal requirements.

Quick Start

Use the scientific-writing skill to draft the introduction section for a paper on the effects of a new drug on blood pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a scientific manuscript for academic publishing?

To structure a scientific manuscript, organize content according to the IMRAD format and discipline-specific conventions, ensuring sections like Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion are clearly defined for publication readiness.

What reporting guidelines do I need for a clinical trial manuscript?

For a clinical trial manuscript, reporting guidelines like CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA ensure compliance with journal requirements, dictating necessary elements such as flow diagrams and specific methodological details.

Can I format citations in APA and Vancouver styles for a research paper?

Yes, you can format citations in styles like APA, AMA, Vancouver, Chicago, and IEEE, applying the specific formatting rules to references and in-text citations throughout the research paper.

How do I integrate figures and tables into a research paper draft?

Integrating figures and tables into a research paper draft involves positioning them within the text, adapting field-specific language, and ensuring alignment with the overall manuscript structure and reporting guidelines.

What is the best way to adapt field-specific language for scientific writing?

The best way to adapt field-specific language for scientific writing is to apply discipline-specific conventions throughout detailed section composition, ensuring the manuscript meets the standards of academic publishing and research communication.

Why does my manuscript not meet reporting guideline requirements?

A manuscript may fail reporting guideline requirements if it lacks necessary elements like a CONSORT diagram, uses incorrect citation styles, or deviates from the IMRAD structure expected by medical journals.