validate-section

Run AI checks on paper subsections and record results in a validation ledger.

1|Updated Apr 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hsigstad/research-kit --skill validate-section
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Skill: validate-section
Source: https://github.com/hsigstad/research-kit/tree/main/skills/validate-section
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hsigstad/research-kit --skill validate-section

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the validation of subsections in a paper by identifying its backing scripts, running AI checks, and recording results in a validation ledger.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Paper Subsection Validation: Run AI validation on a subsection of a paper, identifying its backing scripts and recording results.
  • AI Checks: Perform various AI checks on the subsection, such as narrative integrity, citation claims, and institutional facts.
  • Validation Ledger: Record the results of the validation in a ledger for project memory and future reference.
  • Use Case: After writing a subsection of a paper, use this Skill to automatically validate it and ensure its accuracy and consistency.

Quick Start

To validate a subsection, use the validate-section skill with the section identifier: validate-section section-slug or validate-section section-number or validate-section heading-phrase.

Frequently Asked Questions about validate-section

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate paper subsections against their backing scripts?

To validate paper subsections, you run AI checks on the identified backing scripts and record the results in a validation ledger. This process checks narrative integrity, citation claims, and institutional facts to ensure document accuracy and consistency.

What AI checks are performed during paper validation?

AI checks performed during paper validation include narrative integrity, citation claims, and institutional facts analysis. These checks analyze the text and interpret the results to ensure the subsection's accuracy and consistency.

Do I need Python to run AI checks on academic workflows?

Yes, you need Python and specific AI models to run AI checks on academic workflows. These dependencies are required for the text analysis and interpretation processes used to validate document subsections.

How do I start validating a specific section of a research paper?

To start validating a specific section, use the validate-section skill with a section identifier. You can target the section using its slug, section number, or a heading phrase to initiate the AI validation process.

Why should I record document verification results in a validation ledger?

Recording document verification results in a validation ledger provides project memory and future reference. It logs the AI checks performed on subsections, ensuring that validation outcomes are tracked for ongoing quality assurance.