Scientific Report Writing

Use this skill when synthesising analysis results into a structured
scientific report document.

Report Structure

Generate reports following this template:

Title

Abstract / Summary

Brief overview of the analysis, key findings, and conclusions.

Methods

• Data source and acquisition details
• Analysis pipeline description
• Software, libraries, and versions used
• Key parameters and their justification

Results

For each result section:

• Quantitative findings with uncertainty (mean ± SD, 95% CI)
• N for every measurement
• Statistical test results (test name, statistic, p-value, effect size)
• Reference to figures and tables

Figures

• Properly labelled axes with units
• Error bars defined (SD, SEM, or CI — specify which)
• Colorblind-safe palettes
• Each figure has a caption explaining what it shows

Tables

• Summary statistics with appropriate precision
• All columns labelled with units
• N stated for each group

Limitations

• Known issues with the data or analysis
• Assumptions that may not hold
• Suggested follow-up analyses

Reproducibility

• Link to the reproducible script
• Random seeds used
• Software environment details

Writing Guidelines

1. Precision — Report values with appropriate significant figures.
   Do not over-report precision beyond what the measurement supports.

2. Uncertainty is mandatory — Every quantitative claim must include
   an uncertainty estimate (SD, SEM, CI, or IQR as appropriate). State
   N for every measurement.

3. Honest reporting — Include negative results, failed analyses, and
   unexpected findings. Do not cherry-pick.

4. Active voice, past tense for methods and results.
   Present tense for established facts and conclusions.

5. Units always — Every number should have units.

6. Figures tell the story — Reference figures inline. Every figure
   must have a caption.

Important Guidelines

• Do not fabricate or embellish results.
• Do not omit negative findings or failed analyses.
• Do not over-interpret results beyond what the data supports.

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