Structured hypothesis formulation from observations.
SkillScore78Maintained
Automatic
◆Research pack
Last verified 8/13/2026
What it changes
Passed 13 of 17 test cases with the skill, and 7 of 17 without it.
Without skill39%
With skill78%
Checks it passed that the model alone missed
Recommends 10 to 15 key citations in the main text.
Targets 40 to 70 or more detailed citations in Appendix A.
Restricts the main text section to a maximum length of 4 pages.
and 8 more in the full report
10 fixed8 passed either way4 still failing1 broke
Pass-rate lift
+39 pp
Tokens
+113%
Agent turns
0%
Response time
-22%
Model gemini-3.6-flashMeasured 8/13/2026v118 of 23 cases passed with skill · 17 comparable
Tokens, turns and time describe resource use, not a dollar price.
See it in action
One of 9 test cases the skill fixed. Same model, same prompt, with and without the skill.
1 of 9
Prompt
In which appendix section of a hypothesis report should detailed quality evaluation tables assessing criteria like parsimony, testability, and falsifiability be located?
What was checked, without and with the skill
Checked
Without skill
With skill
Places quality assessment tables and detailed evaluations in Appendix C.
Missed
Passed
case-17 · gemini-3.6-flash · 8/13/2026 · answers are capped and redacted
What's inside
The instructions your model reads when the skill loads.
SKILL.md287 lines9 filesincludes scripts
Scientific Hypothesis Generation
Overview
Hypothesis generation is a systematic process for developing testable explanations. Formulate evidence-based hypotheses from observations, design experiments, explore competing explanations, and develop predictions. Apply this skill for scientific inquiry across domains.
When to Use This Skill
This skill should be used when:
Developing hypotheses from observations or preliminary data
Designing experiments to test scientific questions
Exploring competing explanations for phenomena
Formulating testable predictions for research
Conducting literature-based hypothesis generation
Planning mechanistic studies across scientific domains
Visual Enhancement with Scientific Schematics
⚠️ MANDATORY: Every hypothesis generation report MUST include at least 1-2 AI-generated figures using the scientific-schematics skill.
This is not optional. Hypothesis reports without visual elements are incomplete. Before finalizing any document:
Generate at minimum ONE schematic or diagram (e.g., hypothesis framework showing competing explanations)
Evaluate scientific claims and evidence quality. Use for assessing experimental design validity, identifying biases and confounders, applying evidence grading frameworks (GRADE, Cochrane Risk of Bias), or teaching critical analysis. Best for understanding evidence quality, identifying flaws. For formal peer review writing use peer-review.