critical-research

Search for counter-evidence to hypotheses before corroborating data.

1|Updated Jan 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tomwangowa/agent-skills --skill critical-research
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: critical-research
Source: https://github.com/tomwangowa/agent-skills/tree/main/critical-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tomwangowa/agent-skills --skill critical-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill combats cognitive biases like confirmation bias by systematically searching for counter-evidence before accepting supporting evidence, ensuring more objective and rigorous conclusions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Falsification-First Approach: Prioritizes identifying weaknesses, limitations, and contradictions.
  • Structured Reporting: Delivers clear findings on hypothesis support, counter-evidence, and conflict analysis.
  • Use Case: When evaluating a new technology, use this skill to first uncover potential failure modes and drawbacks before exploring its benefits, leading to a more balanced decision.

Quick Start

Use the critical-research skill to evaluate the hypothesis that 'containerized applications are always more efficient than virtual machines'.

Frequently Asked Questions about critical-research

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

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How does falsification-first research help eliminate confirmation bias?

A falsification-first approach systematically prioritizes identifying weaknesses, limitations, and contradictions before accepting supporting evidence, ensuring more objective conclusions. It actively seeks counter-evidence to combat confirmation bias.

What is the best way to fact-check assertions and identify failure modes?

To fact-check assertions, apply a falsification-first approach to actively seek counter-evidence, identify limitations, and uncover failure modes before gathering supporting evidence. This delivers clear findings on hypothesis support and conflict analysis.

How do I verify claims and compare competing approaches without bias?

Verify claims by applying falsification-first research to actively seek counter-evidence before corroborating evidence. This rigorously compares competing approaches by identifying limitations, failure modes, and edge cases to eliminate bias.

Do I need web search and fetching capabilities to conduct rigorous verification?

Yes, falsification-first research requires web search and fetching capabilities to gather and analyze contradictory and supporting data. This environment setup enables rigorous verification of claims and comparison of competing approaches.

When should I not use a falsification-first approach for evidence gathering?

Avoid falsification-first research when gathering purely supportive evidence or exploring strictly theoretical concepts without empirical data. This approach is designed for rigorous verification by actively seeking counter-evidence, limitations, and failure modes.