academic-verify

Trace academic claims to original publications, methodology, and raw data.

Updated Jun 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Ninatuzi/gbrain --skill academic-verify-ninatuzi
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Skill: academic-verify
Source: https://github.com/Ninatuzi/gbrain/tree/main/skills/academic-verify
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Ninatuzi/gbrain --skill academic-verify-ninatuzi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates misinformation and misattribution by tracing academic and research claims back to their original source data, methodology, and independent replication status.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Claim Traceability: Automatically maps a claim through publication, methodology, raw data, and independent verification.
  • Verdict Generation: Produces a structured brain page with a clear verdict (Verified, Partial, Unverifiable, Misattributed, or Retracted).
  • Use Case: When an article cites a study to support a policy claim, use this skill to confirm if the study actually supports the claim or if it has been debunked by subsequent research.

Quick Start

Use the academic-verify skill to validate the claim that the recent study on climate impact reduced emissions by 40 percent.

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 and trace them back to original research data?

To verify academic claims, trace the statement from the initial publication through the methodology to the raw data sources. This process ensures citation integrity and validates that the original study supports the claim.

What is the best way to check if a research paper has been retracted or debunked?

Checking if a paper is retracted involves cross-referencing the claim against databases like Retraction Watch and PubPeer. This verification flags retracted or debunked research, preventing the spread of misinformation.

How do I fact-check citation integrity within a research workflow?

Fact-checking citation integrity requires mapping the cited claim through the publication, methodology, and independent replication status. This ensures evidence-based reasoning within content analysis workflows.

Does academic verification work with web-search tools to cross-reference databases?

Academic verification requires integration with web-search tools to cross-reference external databases like OpenAlex, Retraction Watch, and PubPeer. This integration is necessary to validate the independent verification status.

How do I generate a structured verdict for a misattributed research claim?

Generating a structured verdict involves tracing the claim to its source data and methodology to produce a clear status: Verified, Partial, Unverifiable, Misattributed, or Retracted. This verdict clarifies citation accuracy.

When do I need source tracing for academic research claims?

Source tracing for academic claims is needed when an article cites a study to support a policy claim. It confirms whether the methodology and raw data actually support the stated policy or if subsequent research has debunked it.