scientific-writing

Convert research ideas into IMRAD-structured manuscripts with citations and reporting guidelines.

1|Updated Apr 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/m0at/claudemd --skill scientific-writing-m0at
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Skill: scientific-writing
Source: https://github.com/m0at/claudemd/tree/main/skills/scientific-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/m0at/claudemd --skill scientific-writing-m0at

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This skill streamlines the transition from research concepts to polished, publication-ready manuscripts by enforcing a rigorous writing workflow, ensuring adherence to IMRAD structure, proper citation styles, and journal-specific guidelines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-stage writing process: First generate section outlines with key points using literature lookup, then convert outlines into complete flowing prose for final manuscript.
  • IMRAD and structure guidance: Provides guidance for Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion, plus recommended structures for alternative formats (reviews, case reports, meta-analyses) and integration of figures and tables.
  • Citation, references, and guidelines: Supports APA/AMA/Vancouver styles, implements reporting guidelines (CONSORT/STROBE/PRISMA), and coordinates with reference resources.
  • References and figures management: Recommends best practices for citations, tables, and figures with professional formatting, including self-contained captions and sample sizes.
  • Field-specific language and terminology: Adapts terminology to biomedical, engineering, or social science contexts with discipline-appropriate nomenclature.

Quick Start

Provide your topic and at least one key source, then run Stage 1 outlines via literature lookup and Stage 2 conversion to full prose.

Frequently Asked Questions about scientific-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a manuscript using the IMRAD structure?▼

To write a manuscript using the IMRAD structure, generate section outlines for Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion, then convert those outlines into complete flowing prose with integrated references and discipline-specific terminology.

What citation styles are supported for formatting scientific manuscripts?▼

Scientific manuscripts can be formatted with APA, AMA, and Vancouver citation styles, ensuring proper integration of references and adherence to journal-specific reporting guidelines such as CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA.

How do I create a two-stage writing process for a research paper?▼

A two-stage writing process for a research paper involves first generating section outlines with key points via literature lookup, then converting those structured outlines into final, publication-ready flowing prose.

Can I use reporting guidelines like CONSORT and PRISMA for biomedical writing?▼

Yes, biomedical writing can implement reporting guidelines like CONSORT and PRISMA, alongside alternative structures for reviews and meta-analyses, to ensure your manuscript meets rigorous publication standards.

How do I format figures and tables for a scientific publication?▼

Figures and tables for scientific publication are formatted with professional standards, including self-contained captions and sample sizes, while coordinating with reference resources to maintain structural integrity within the manuscript.

Does this scientific writing process work for engineering and social science domains?▼

Yes, the scientific writing process adapts terminology and nomenclature for biomedical, engineering, and social science domains, ensuring the final manuscript meets the specific language requirements of each discipline.