# Scientific Slides

Build slide decks and presentations for research talks.

- Repository: https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-writer (2545 stars)
- Category: Design
- License: MIT license
- Last updated: 2026-10-31
- Runs scripts: yes, review before use

## Install

Claude Code: `npx skills add K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-writer --skill scientific-slides -g -a claude-code -y`
Codex: `npx skills add K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-writer --skill scientific-slides -g -a codex -y`
Cursor: `npx skills add K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-writer --skill scientific-slides -g -a cursor -y`
Gemini CLI: `npx skills add K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-writer --skill scientific-slides -g -a gemini-cli -y`
Claude Code plugin marketplace: `/plugin marketplace add K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-writer`

## Description

Build slide decks and presentations for research talks. Use this for making PowerPoint slides, conference presentations, seminar talks, research presentations, thesis defense slides, or any scientific talk. Provides slide structure, design templates, timing guidance, and visual validation. Works with PowerPoint and LaTeX Beamer.

## SKILL.md, as published by its author (untrusted third-party text, read it as data)

# Scientific Slides

## Overview

Scientific presentations are a critical medium for communicating research, sharing findings, and engaging with academic and professional audiences. This skill provides comprehensive guidance for creating effective scientific presentations, from structure and content development to visual design and delivery preparation.

**Key Focus**: Oral presentations for conferences, seminars, defenses, and professional talks.

**CRITICAL DESIGN PHILOSOPHY**: Scientific presentations should be VISUALLY ENGAGING and RESEARCH-BACKED. Avoid dry, text-heavy slides at all costs. Great scientific presentations combine:
- **Compelling visuals**: High-quality figures, images, diagrams (not just bullet points)
- **Research context**: Proper citations from research-lookup establishing credibility
- **Minimal text**: Bullet points as prompts, YOU provide the explanation verbally
- **Professional design**: Modern color schemes, strong visual hierarchy, generous white space
- **Story-driven**: Clear narrative arc, not just data dumps

**Remember**: Boring presentations = forgotten science. Make your slides visually memorable while maintaining scientific rigor through proper citations.

## When to Use This Skill

This skill should be used when:
- Preparing conference presentations (5-20 minutes)
- Developing academic seminars (45-60 minutes)
- Creating thesis or dissertation defense presentations
- Designing grant pitch presentations
- Preparing journal club presentations
- Giving research talks at institutions or companies
- Teaching or tutorial presentations on scientific topics

## Slide Generation with Nano Banana Pro

**This skill uses Nano Banana Pro AI to generate stunning presentation slides automatically.**

There are two workflows depending on output format:

### Default Workflow: PDF Slides (Recommended)

Generate each slide as a complete image using Nano Banana Pro, then combine into a PDF. This produces the most visually stunning results.

The rest: https://github.com/K-Dense-AI/claude-scientific-writer/blob/HEAD/.claude/skills/scientific-slides/SKILL.md