academic-verify

Trace academic claims from citation to publication, methodology, raw data, and replication.

174|144|Updated Jun 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/inbrainfun/inbrain --skill academic-verify-inbrainfun
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agentβ–Ό
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Skill: academic-verify
Source: https://github.com/inbrainfun/inbrain/tree/main/skills/academic-verify
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/inbrainfun/inbrain --skill academic-verify-inbrainfun

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Academic claims are often misrepresented or lack clear provenance. This skill provides a rigorous, brain-first workflow to trace a claim from its citation through publication, methodology, raw data, and independent replication.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Brain-first lookup to reuse verified claims before new searches.
  • Structured verification pipeline mapping claim β†’ publication β†’ methodology β†’ raw data β†’ replication.
  • Output a brain page under concepts/ that records the trace and verdict for future reference.

Quick Start

Provide a claim and let the workflow trace it to sources and data.

Frequently Asked Questions about academic-verify

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify academic claims by tracing them back to raw data and methodology?β–Ό

Verify academic claims by mapping the citation pipeline from publication to methodology, raw data, and replication. This structured workflow enforces brain-first lookup to reuse verified claims before running new searches.

What is the best way to check if a citation from a book or article has been independently replicated?β–Ό

Checking independent replication involves routing the citation through perplexity-research with citation-mode. This process seeks source-data validation and records the final verdict in a brain page for future reference.

How do I trace misrepresented academic claims to their original publication source?β–Ό

Trace misrepresented claims using a brain-first lookup workflow that maps the path from claim to publication. It seeks source-data validation and formats the trace and verdict into a brain page.

Can I use this verification pipeline for claims cited in talks and presentations?β–Ό

Yes, the verification pipeline handles claims cited in books, articles, or talks. It routes the talk citation through perplexity-research with citation-mode to seek replication checks and source-data validation.

How does brain-first lookup work when checking the provenance of academic data?β–Ό

Brain-first lookup works by reusing previously verified claims before initiating new searches. This ensures existing validation traces are checked first, reducing redundant searches and mapping provenance efficiently.

When should I use a structured verification pipeline for academic citations?β–Ό

Use a structured verification pipeline when academic claims lack clear provenance or risk being misrepresented. It rigorously traces the claim from citation to raw data and independent replication to ensure accuracy.