hypothesis-dev

Generate 3-5 competing hypotheses with rationales and an experimental roadmap.

Updated Jan 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MrGKanev/agent-skills --skill hypothesis-dev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: hypothesis-dev
Source: https://github.com/MrGKanev/agent-skills/tree/main/my-skills/hypothesis-dev
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MrGKanev/agent-skills --skill hypothesis-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers convert observations and questions into testable, evidence-based hypotheses, streamlining the early phase of scientific inquiry.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic hypothesis generation: From an observation, the Skill guides the creation of multiple, mechanistic hypotheses with clear rationales.
  • Literature grounding: It incorporates relevant theories and prior findings to anchor each hypothesis.
  • Experimental roadmap: It outlines proposed experiments, required methods, and evaluation criteria to test each hypothesis.

Quick Start

Provide an observation and a research question, and the Skill will generate 3-5 competing hypotheses with rationales and a preliminary experimental plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about hypothesis-dev

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate testable hypotheses from research observations?▼

This Skill converts observations into structured, evidence-based hypotheses. It provides 3-5 competing hypotheses with rationales, literature grounding, and an actionable experimental roadmap for systematic testing.

What is the best way to design experiments for competing hypotheses?▼

Designing experiments for competing hypotheses requires an actionable roadmap. This Skill outlines proposed experiments, required methods, and evaluation criteria to systematically test each generated hypothesis.

Can I use literature reviews to ground scientific hypotheses?▼

Yes, you can ground scientific hypotheses using literature reviews. The Skill integrates literature search and synthesis workflows to anchor each hypothesis in relevant theories and prior findings.

How do I create an evidence-based hypothesis framework for experimental design?▼

Create an evidence-based hypothesis framework by processing observations. The Skill outputs a structured framework containing 3-5 competing hypotheses, rationales, and a preliminary experimental plan.

Does hypothesis generation work without specific prior research data?▼

Hypothesis generation works with basic observations and research questions. The Skill systematically builds mechanistic hypotheses and incorporates relevant theories and prior findings to anchor them.