AI Prompt Examples For Life Science Research And Writing

90 AI Prompt Examples For Researchers, Medical Affairs, Students, and Healthcare professionals

Whether you are a researcher, medical affairs professional, student, or healthcare professional, having a set of versatile and customizable AI prompts can significantly streamline your workflow and boost your productivity. 

In this article, we've compiled a list of AI prompt examples for different content needs. From searching PubMed and crafting insightful blog posts and abstracts to generating compelling charts and diagrams, these prompts are tailored to help you effectively write scientific content with AI assistance.

Each prompt is thoughtfully structured to guide you through the content creation process. It includes placeholders that you can easily customize to fit your specific data, topic, or audience. Whether you're an expert looking to present detailed research findings or a beginner aiming to engage a broader audience, these prompts offer the flexibility and guidance you need to achieve your goals.

How to Use This Document

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Choose a Category: PubMed searching, evidence synthesis, abstracts, blogs, FAQs, summaries, essays, targeted content, charts, or diagrams.

2. Fill Placeholders: Replace every bracketed field exactly once (e.g., [condition] → type 2 diabetes). Do not leave brackets in your final prompt.

3. Specify Constraints: Add [word count], [timeframe], [region], [audience], [reading level], [output format], and any custom requirements.

4. Enable Tools and Attach Data: For literature-backed content, enable PubMed Search and/or Web Search. For charts/diagrams, paste your dataset or specify sections.

5. Request Output Structure: Ask for bullets first, then a table, then key takeaways. Keep it scannable.

6. Iterate: Refine by requesting shorter/longer output, added limitations, subgroup results,
safety highlights, or compliance notes.

Recommended Defaults (Add to Your Prompts)

Evidence: Use PICO; include study design, N, effect sizes, CIs, p-values, follow-up, and
adverse events.

Safety/Ethics: Include contraindications, monitoring, and special populations;
educational, non-prescriptive tone.

Formatting: Bullets + table + key takeaways; region/timeframe; audience level
(expert/clinician/trainee/patient).
 

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Also Read: AI Prompting Tips for Life Science Professionals to Get the Best Output From AI Writing and Research Tools

PubMed Searching (MACg users Turn PubMed Search ON)

Instruction: Search PubMed for recent evidence on [population] with [condition] receiving [intervention] versus [comparator] focused on [outcome] within [timeframe]. Extract study design, N, effect sizes, confidence intervals, p-values, follow-up, and safety. Summarize by highest evidence first.

Instruction: Use PubMed to identify RCTs and meta-analyses on the effectiveness and safety of [therapy] for [condition]. Create a synthesis table with study type, N, endpoints, effect estimate, CI, p-value, key adverse events, and subgroup insights.

Instruction: Find PubMed articles on the impact of [lifestyle or environmental factor] on [clinical outcome] in [population]. Provide a clinician plain-language summary and a technical summary with effect sizes.

Instruction: Search PubMed for the role of [biomarker/pathway/factor] in [disease/condition]. Summarize mechanistic insights, translational relevance, companion diagnostics, and therapeutic implications.

Instruction: Use PubMed to compare [intervention A] versus [intervention B] in [condition]. Extract head-to-head trials and high-quality indirect comparisons; note heterogeneity and certainty; provide a verdict with confidence level.

Instruction: Search PubMed for data on [treatment] in [special population]. Summarize dosing, PK/PD, safety signals, and guideline notes.

Instruction: Find PubMed studies on diagnostic accuracy of [test/modality] for [condition]. Report sensitivity, specificity, PPV/NPV, AUROC, reference standard, and pretest probability context.

Instruction: Use PubMed to identify cost-effectiveness and real-world outcomes for [intervention] in [condition]. Extract ICER, QALY, perspective, and generalizability.

Instruction: Search PubMed for guideline summaries and consensus statements for [condition] in [region]. Compare key recommendations and evidence levels.

Instruction: Synthesize adverse event profiles for [therapy], including dose modifications, monitoring parameters, and management algorithms. Provide a clinician checklist.

Writing Blogs and Clinician Articles

Instruction: Write a clinician-facing overview on the impact of [technology/innovation] on [clinical area] for [audience]. Include 3 brief case vignettes, benefits/risks, and a practical checklist.

Instruction: Draft a general-audience blog on the benefits of [diet or lifestyle] for [health aspect]. Use clear language, evidence highlights, and safety caveats for [special population].

Instruction: Create a blog post on the latest trends in [field/industry] within [timeframe]. Provide 5 key trends, examples, and implications for [audience].

Instruction: Write a blog about the impact of [technology/innovation] on [area]. Provide 3 examples and 3 practical takeaways for [audience].

Instruction: Create a blog discussing the role of [concept/tool] in [context]. Use an engaging style and end with a 5-point summary.

Abstracts (Journal/Conference)

Instruction: Draft a structured abstract (Background, Methods, Results, Conclusions) for a study on the effects of [factor] on [outcome] in [population]. Include N, endpoints, effect sizes, CIs/p-values, and key safety findings. Limit to [word count].

Instruction: Create an abstract for research on the impact of [intervention] on [condition]. Provide study design, primary/secondary outcomes, and limitations. Limit to [word count].

Instruction: Write an abstract on the role of [element] in [process]. Summarize methods, key findings, and implications. Limit to [word count].

Instruction: Draft a conference abstract for [technology] in [application], including endpoints, subgroup results, and adverse events. Limit to [word count].

Evidence Synthesis and Appraisal

Instruction: Summarize evidence for [intervention] in [condition] using PICO. Rate certainty using GRADE-like language (high/moderate/low/very low) with rationale across risk of bias, inconsistency, indirectness, imprecision, and publication bias.

Instruction: Build a risk of bias matrix for studies on [topic] across domains: randomization, allocation concealment, blinding, incomplete outcome data, selective reporting, and other biases. Provide a 1-2 line justification per domain.

Instruction: For [intervention] in [population], list pre-specified subgroups, report heterogeneity, and summarize credible subgroup effects. Propose sensitivity analyses and interpret robustness.

Instruction: Translate findings for [intervention] in [condition] into clinical applicability: inclusion/exclusion vs typical clinic patients, setting, monitoring needs, barriers, and shared decision points.

Medical Affairs and Field Medical

Instruction: Produce a one-page medical affairs brief on [asset/therapy] for [indication] covering MoA, pivotal data, safety, target patients, positioning vs standard of care, ongoing trials, and objection handling. Word limit: [word count].

Instruction: Create a KOL engagement plan for [topic] with objectives, priority questions, compliant discussion points, and evidence artifacts for sharing. Audience: [audience]. Timeframe: [timeframe].

Instruction: Write FAQs for [product/therapy] targeting [audience]. Include MoA, efficacy highlights, key safety warnings, drug-drug interactions, storage/handling, and monitoring.

Patient and Caregiver Materials

Instruction: Draft a patient-facing handout on [condition/therapy] at a [specific reading level] reading level. Include what it is, benefits, risks, how to take/use, when to call the clinic, and shared decision prompts. Add a clinician-only note with monitoring tips for [audience].

Real-World Evidence and HEOR

Instruction: Draft a concept sheet for an RWE study on [intervention] in [population] using [data source]. Define cohort criteria, index date, outcomes, covariates, confounding control plan, and sensitivity analyses.

Instruction: Create a concise HEOR snapshot for of illness, clinical value, economic outcomes (ICER/QALYs), budget impact considerations, and unmet need. Audience: [audience].

Statistics, Methods, and Protocol Support

Instruction: Convert this research idea into a structured PICOT with inclusion/exclusion and primary/secondary endpoints: [research idea]. Provide 2-3 alternative PICOTs with trade-offs.

Instruction: Outline an initial sample size rationale for [endpoint] in [population] comparing [arm A] vs [arm B], specifying assumed effect size, variance, alpha, power, and attrition. Flag assumptions needing verification.

Instruction: For [observational question], list likely confounders, selection and measurement biases, and mitigation strategies (propensity scores, IVs, negative controls, sensitivity analyses).

FAQs (All Audiences and Topics)

Instruction: Write FAQs for [specific audience] about [specific issue]. Provide detailed, evidence-aware answers with practical steps, risks, and when-to-refer guidance. Include a quick-reference table and 3 key takeaways.

Instruction: Create FAQs for [specific event or process]. Ensure questions cover who/what/when/where/how, prerequisites, timelines, documentation, and escalation paths. Provide a final checklist.

Instruction: Write a set of FAQs about [specific technology or tool] for [specific audience]. Explain core concepts, use cases, limitations, data/privacy considerations, and troubleshooting examples.

Instruction: Develop FAQs for [specific industry or sector] clarifying key terms, regulatory context, quality/safety standards, and common pitfalls. Include a “Do/Don't” list.

Instruction: Create FAQs for [specific audience] about [specific product or service]. Include indications/uses, benefits, limitations, safety/contraindications, handling/storage, and support channels.

Instruction: Write a list of FAQs about [specific health condition or treatment] for [specific audience]. Cover diagnosis basics, first-line options, monitoring, adverse events, red flags, and referral criteria.

Instruction: Create FAQs for [specific educational topic]. Ensure the questions and answers are suitable for [specific educational level], with definitions, examples, and a short self-check quiz.

Instruction: Develop a set of FAQs about [specific policy or regulation]. Clarify scope, applicability, steps to comply, documentation, timelines, and penalties. Include real-world scenarios.

Article Summaries

Instruction: Summarize an article on the benefits of [specific topic] for [specific audience]. Provide a concise synopsis, key data points, limitations, and 3 actionable takeaways. Length: [word count].

Instruction: Create a summary of an article on the importance of [specific issue]. Use positive, clear language; include context, main findings, implications, and next steps for [specific audience]. Output: [bullets/table].

Instruction: Summarize an article on the latest trends in [specific field]. List top 5 trends, illustrative examples, and projected impact on [specific area]. Time horizon: [timeframe].

Instruction: Summarize an article on the impact of [specific technology or innovation] on [specific area]. Provide 2-3 examples, benefits/risks, and adoption barriers. Setting: [clinical/research/operations].

Instruction: Create a summary of an article on the role of [specific concept or tool] in [specific context]. Explain mechanism/logic, evidence strength, and practical application steps. Output: [bullets + mini-table].

Instruction: Summarize an article on the challenges and opportunities in [specific industry or sector]. Provide a balanced view with mitigation strategies and success metrics. Region: [region].

Instruction: Create a summary of an article on the future of [specific technology or trend]. Provide near-term and long-term predictions, dependency risks, and milestones. Horizon: [1-2/3-5/5-10 years].

Instruction: Summarize an article on the significance of [specific event or milestone] in [specific field]. Include historical context, what changed, and implications for practice/policy. Length: [word count].

Instruction: Create a summary of an article on the environmental impact of [specific industry or practice]. Describe key impacts, mitigation options, and measurable actions. Output: [checklist/table].

Instruction: Summarize an article on the role of [specific factor] in shaping [specific trend or development]. Provide mechanisms, evidence strength, and 3 practical implications. Level: [expert/clinician/lay].

Writing Essays

Instruction: Write a detailed essay on the impact of [specific issue] on [specific area] for [specific audience]. Cover background, mechanisms/drivers, evidence, implications, and recommendations. Length: [word count].

Instruction: Create an essay on the role of [specific factor] in [specific context]. Include definitions, supporting evidence, counterarguments, and future directions. Length: [word count].

Instruction: Write an essay on the benefits of [specific practice or innovation] with real-world examples, limitations, and implementation considerations. Audience: [specific audience].

Instruction: Write an essay on the importance of [specific topic] with illustrative cases and measurable outcomes for [specific audience]. Length: [word count].

Instruction: Create an essay on the impact of [specific trend or development] on [specific area]. Analyze stakeholders, economics, ethics, equity, and scalability. Timeframe: [timeframe].

Instruction: Write an essay on the challenges and opportunities in [specific industry or sector]. Provide SWOT-style analysis and strategic recommendations. Output: [table + narrative].

Instruction: Create an essay on the future of [specific technology or trend] with scenario analysis (optimistic, base case, conservative) and trigger indicators. Horizon: [years].

Instruction: Write an essay on the significance of [specific event or milestone] in [specific field], including context, inflection points, and downstream effects. Region: [region].

Instruction: Create an essay on the environmental impact of [specific industry or practice], with lifecycle considerations and policy levers. Output: [action plan + KPIs].

Instruction: Write an essay on the role of [specific factor] in shaping [specific trend or development]. Contrast competing theories and synthesize a balanced view. Tone: [neutral/analytical].

General Prompts for Targeting Content

Instruction: Write content about [specific topic] targeted at [specific audience]. Ensure the language matches [specific reading level] and include an executive summary and key takeaways. Length: [word count].

Instruction: Create a presentation on [specific subject] for [specific audience]. Propose [slide count] slides with titles, 3-5 bullets each, and suggested visuals for [specific age group].

Instruction: Develop educational material on [specific topic] for [specific educational level]. Include learning objectives, core content, a short quiz, and an answer key. Format: [handout/deck/one-pager].

Instruction: Write a report on [specific issue] for [specific audience] considering [specific context]. Include background, analysis, recommendations, and an implementation roadmap. Length: [word count].

Instruction: Create a guide on [specific process or task] for [specific audience]. Provide step-by-step instructions, prerequisites, common errors, and troubleshooting. Output: [checklist + flow].

Instruction: Develop a training module on [specific skill or topic] for [specific audience] at [specific skill level]. Include objectives, modules, exercises, and assessments. Duration: [minutes/hours].

Instruction: Create marketing content for [specific product or service] targeted at [specific demographic]. Use compliant, persuasive language, clear value propositions, and a call to action. Channel: [email/web/social].

Instruction: Write a newsletter on [specific topic] for [specific audience] focusing on [specific interest or focus]. Include 3-5 short items and a featured insight. Cadence: [weekly/monthly].

Instruction: Create a social media campaign for [specific cause or event] targeted at [specific audience]. Provide 5-7 posts with hooks, captions, and visual suggestions. Platforms: [LinkedIn/Twitter/etc.].

Instruction: Develop a workshop on [specific topic] for [specific audience] tailored to [specific learning style]. Include agenda, activities, materials, and evaluation method. Duration: [minutes/hours].

Chart Creation Prompts

Supported chart types in MACg: bar, line, pie, doughnut, radar, polarArea, bubble. Avoid area charts. Provide data as [dataset/table].

Instruction: Create a bar chart to visualize the average growth rate of [specific plant species] under different [light conditions]. Label each bar; units: [units]. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Generate a line chart showing the trend of [specific biomarker] levels over [specific time frame] during treatment. X-axis=time [units]; Y-axis=biomarker [units]. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Create a pie chart illustrating the distribution of [specific cell types] in a tissue sample. Label segments and show percentages. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Develop a doughnut chart comparing the proportion of [specific genetic variants] in a population study. Include percentage labels. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Create a radar chart to display expression levels of [specific genes] across [tissue types]. Label each axis; ensure consistent scales. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Generate a polar area chart representing the frequency of [specific behavioral events]. Use distinct colors; label segments. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Create a bubble chart to visualize the relationship between [specific physiological parameters]. X=[parameter X units], Y=[parameter Y units], Size=[specific metric for bubble size]. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Develop a stacked bar chart to show the composition of [specific microbial communities] across samples/groups. Include legend and percentage stacking. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Create a bubble chart to analyze the correlation between [specific health indicators] in a cohort study. Label axes with units; include group legend. Data: [dataset/table].

Instruction: Generate a histogram to display the distribution of [specific blood test results] in a patient population. Set appropriate bin sizes; label axes with units. Data: [dataset/table].

Diagram Creation Prompts

For clinical flowcharts, use a clear, deterministic sequence.
For data models, include entities/classes, attributes, and relationships.
Provide necessary context and scope to avoid ambiguity.

Instruction: Create a flowchart to illustrate the process of [specific metabolic pathway]. Include all major steps, enzymes, and intermediates. Format: [linear/circular].

Instruction: Develop a sequence diagram to represent interactions between [specific proteins or molecules] in [specific cellular process]. Label each interaction; ensure event order is clear. Level: [detailed/overview].

Instruction: Create a class diagram for [specific biological database]. Include classes, attributes, methods, and relationships. Format: [UML].

Instruction: Generate a state diagram to depict the states and transitions of [specific cellular state or condition]. Label states, transitions, and conditions. Context: [e.g., cell cycle].

Instruction: Create an entity-relationship diagram to model the data structure of [specific genomic database]. Include entities, attributes, primary keys, and relationships. Notation: [Chen/IE].

Instruction: Develop a user journey map to visualize the experience of [specific patient group] interacting with [specific healthcare service]. Highlight touchpoints, emotions, and pain points. Format: [timeline/flow].

Instruction: Create a Gantt chart to plan the timeline of [specific clinical trial]. Include major tasks, milestones, dependencies, and durations. Timeframe: [start-end dates].

Instruction: Generate a mind map to brainstorm ideas related to [specific research question]. Organize ideas into categories and subcategories. Audience: [research team].

Instruction: Create a network diagram to illustrate the connections between [specific neural networks or pathways] in [specific organism]. Label nodes, edges, and directionality if applicable. Format: [graphical].

Instruction: Develop a Sankey diagram to represent the flow of [specific nutrients or metabolites] in [specific biological system]. Vary widths to indicate flow magnitude and label each path. Context: [metabolic system].

Quick-Fill Examples

Final Tips

Always specify [audience], [timeframe], and [region] when evidence or guidance varies by geography or era.

Ask for “bullets + table + key takeaways” for fast consumption in clinical and medical affairs settings.

For verifiable outputs, enable PubMed/Web toggles and, when possible, attach PDFs or data tables.

For visuals, paste datasets or section lists to ensure accurate charts/diagrams.

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