Skill UI

This skill guides researchers through a rigorous process of evaluating whether an International Relations (IR) project meets the standards of top-tier academic journals. It helps ensure the research focuses on generalizable theories of international politics, where international or cross-border phenomena are major causes or effects, rather than limited case studies or domestic political descriptions. Use this before committing to deep research or writing.

This guide helps researchers proactively anticipate the critical objections raised by academic journal referees, especially in behavioral economics. It covers key areas such as demand effects, mechanism separation, external validity, and determining proper journal fit, allowing authors to significantly strengthen their drafts before formal submission.

A rigorous framework for tracing the full systemic consequence chain of strategic decisions. It guides users beyond the immediate, intended first-order effects to anticipate delayed impacts, incentive shifts, and complex problems that only emerge at scale or over time, ensuring decisions are robust against unforeseen systemic risks.