peer-review

Guide stage-by-step peer review of academic manuscripts and draft formal reports.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Norman-bury/research-writing-skill --skill peer-review-norman-bury
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Skill: peer-review
Source: https://github.com/Norman-bury/research-writing-skill/tree/main/skills/peer-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Norman-bury/research-writing-skill --skill peer-review-norman-bury

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured, end-to-end guide for performing rigorous peer-review and self-review of scholarly manuscripts, ensuring comprehensive critique and actionable feedback.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Checklist-driven evaluation: step-by-step checks for abstract, introduction, methods, results, and discussion.
  • Bias detection & transparency: prompts to identify potential biases and assess reproducibility.
  • Self-review templates: pre-formulated prompts to help the author revise manuscripts before submission.

Quick Start

Build a complete peer-review report for a given manuscript in 1-2 pages following the checklist and templates.

Frequently Asked Questions about peer-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a structured peer review report for an academic manuscript?▼

To write a structured peer review report, evaluate the manuscript stage-by-stage from abstract to discussion using checklists, bias-detection prompts, and pre-formulated templates to draft a complete, actionable critique. This process yields a formal 1-2 page review document.

What is the best way to check an academic manuscript for bias before submission?▼

The best way to check an academic manuscript for bias is to apply targeted bias-detection prompts during the evaluation process. This helps identify potential biases and assess reproducibility across the abstract, methods, results, and discussion sections.

Can I use a checklist to perform a self-review of my own scholarly writing?▼

Yes, you can use self-review templates to perform a checklist-driven evaluation of your own scholarly writing. These pre-formulated prompts guide you through stage-by-stage checks, helping you revise your manuscript and ensure transparency before submitting it for publication.

Does this peer-review process work for academic submissions across different disciplines?▼

Yes, this peer-review process applies to academic submissions across all disciplines. It provides structured, end-to-end guidance for rigorous manuscript critique, ensuring comprehensive evaluation and actionable feedback regardless of the specific academic field.

How do I assess the reproducibility of a scholarly manuscript during a peer review?▼

To assess reproducibility during a peer review, use specific bias-detection and transparency prompts included in the evaluation checklist. These prompts guide you to evaluate the methods and results sections critically, ensuring the research can be reliably replicated.