scientific-writing

Convert research outlines into IMRAD-structured scientific manuscripts with integrated citations.

1|Updated Oct 2, 2022
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danburonline/public-writings --skill scientific-writing-danburonline
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/danburonline/public-writings/tree/main/.cursor/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danburonline/public-writings --skill scientific-writing-danburonline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill converts research outlines into publication-ready scientific manuscripts, ensuring complete paragraphs, proper IMRAD structure, and correctly formatted citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-stage writing process: create section outlines with key points, then convert into flowing prose with cohesive transitions.
  • IMRAD guidance: structured support for Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion to align with common journals.
  • Citation & references support: integrates major citation styles (APA/AMA/Vancouver) and consults standard reference management practices.
  • Journal guidelines alignment: helps enforce reporting standards (CONSORT/STROBE/PRISMA) and best-practice figures/tables integration.
  • Editorial consistency: assists with terminology consistency, tense usage, voice, and overall manuscript coherence.

Quick Start

Outline a Methods section for a study on neural correlates of learning, then prompt the skill to generate a complete, publication-ready paragraph-based draft with integrated citations.

Quick Start Example (plain text)

Provide an outline for a study on the effect of a teaching intervention on test scores; the skill will produce polished prose in full paragraphs suitable for journal submission.

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert research outlines into publication-ready scientific manuscripts?▼

To convert research outlines into publication-ready scientific manuscripts, use a two-stage writing process: draft section outlines with key points, then expand them into flowing prose with cohesive transitions, integrated citations, and IMRAD structure.

Can I format academic papers to match CONSORT, STROBE, or PRISMA reporting guidelines?▼

Yes, you can enforce CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA reporting guidelines during manuscript drafting. The process aligns your text with these major journal standards, ensuring structural compliance and proper integration of best-practice figures and tables.

How do I integrate APA, AMA, or Vancouver citations into a manuscript draft?▼

You can integrate APA, AMA, or Vancouver citations by applying built-in reference management practices during the two-stage writing workflow. The skill automatically formats references and embeds them directly into the generated publication-ready paragraphs.

Does this manuscript drafting tool support STEM fields outside of medical research?▼

Yes, this manuscript drafting tool supports STEM fields broadly. It applies the IMRAD structure across various scientific disciplines, ensuring terminology consistency, proper tense usage, and coherent academic voice for any publication-ready draft.

What is the best way to structure an IMRAD-based academic paper for journal submission?▼

The best way to structure an IMRAD-based academic paper is to follow a two-stage workflow: create detailed outlines for Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion, then convert those outlines into cohesive paragraphs with integrated citations and journal-style formatting.