scientific-writing
Write Scientific Manuscripts with IMRAD Structure
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This skill guides the creation of publication-ready scientific manuscripts. It provides structured approaches for IMRAD format, proper citation styles, figure and table guidelines, and compliance with reporting standards like CONSORT, STROBE, and PRISMA.
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Using "scientific-writing". Help me write the Introduction for a paper about AI in drug discovery
Expected outcome:
- The Introduction will follow IMRAD structure with four key components:
- Background: AI applications in drug discovery gaining traction (cite recent reviews)
- Knowledge Gap: Limited application to rare diseases (cite 2-3 prior studies)
- Study Objectives: Validate transfer learning approach on rare disease datasets
- Key transitions: Connect background to gap, gap to approach, approach to objectives
Using "scientific-writing". Format references in Vancouver style
Expected outcome:
- In-text citation format: "Several studies have demonstrated this effect [1]"
- Reference list example: "Smith JD, Johnson AB, Williams CD. Effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy. JAMA Psychiatry. 2023;80(5):456-464."
- Multiple citations: "Multiple studies [1,3,5-7] have confirmed this."
Using "scientific-writing". Apply CONSORT guidelines to my randomized trial paper
Expected outcome:
- CONSORT checklist items to include: Trial design description, sample size justification, Random sequence generation method, Allocation concealment mechanism, Blinding implementation, Participant flow diagram, Numbers analyzed per group, Outcomes with effect sizes, Adverse events, Limitations summary
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SafeDocumentation-only skill containing markdown files and LaTeX templates. All 846 static findings are FALSE POSITIVES triggered by benign documentation syntax: markdown backticks for inline code formatting, LaTeX file path references, algorithm term references in text, and documentation URLs. No executable code exists. No security concerns present.
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What You Can Build
Draft Research Papers
Structure and write complete research manuscripts following IMRAD format with proper citations and figures.
Format Thesis and Dissertations
Apply scientific writing principles and formatting guidelines for academic thesis preparation.
Prepare Clinical Reports
Create clinical reports following CONSORT guidelines and journal-specific formatting requirements.
Try These Prompts
Help me write the Introduction section for a research paper about [topic]. Use IMRAD structure and include guidance on establishing research context and identifying knowledge gaps.
Format these references in [APA/AMA/Vancouver] style: [list of citations]. Show me the in-text citation format and reference list entry for each.
Review my [CONSORT/STROBE/PRISMA] checklist and help me ensure my [randomized trial/observational study/systematic review] manuscript includes all required elements.
Help me write a complete research paper on [topic] using IMRAD structure. Start by creating an outline with key points, then expand each section into flowing prose paragraphs. Include placeholder citations and figure references.
Best Practices
- Always write in full paragraphs with flowing prose - never submit bullet points in the final manuscript
- Use the two-stage process: create outlines with research-lookup first, then convert to complete paragraphs
- Follow journal-specific author guidelines for formatting, word limits, and section requirements
- Include comprehensive citations from primary sources published within the last 5-10 years
Avoid
- Leaving bullet points in the final manuscript instead of converting to prose
- Using the same citation style inconsistently throughout the document
- Overloading with jargon without defining specialized terms for the target audience
- Skipping reporting guidelines when applicable to your study type