idea_falsifier_agent

Evaluate condensed-matter SP-STM/STS research ideas with Popper-style falsification verdicts.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xingchen2202/obsidian-ai-knowledge-system --skill idea-falsifier-agent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: idea_falsifier_agent
Source: https://github.com/xingchen2202/obsidian-ai-knowledge-system/tree/main/skills/idea_falsifier_agent_backup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xingchen2202/obsidian-ai-knowledge-system --skill idea-falsifier-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you avoid costly research dead-ends by running a Popper-style falsification workflow to decide whether your condensed-matter idea is worth pursuing, using physical constraints and literature checks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Idea routing + structured verdicts: Determines whether to run theory-first, experiment-first, or prior-art-first checks, then outputs a clear verdict: PASS, INCUBATE, or KILL.
  • Layered falsification with guardrails: Applies Layer 1 (theory consistency) and Layer 2 (experimental feasibility) with hard thresholds and required calculations (e.g., energy-resolution limits).
  • MVE + risk-focused next steps: For INCUBATE cases, produces a minimal validation experiment (or kill question) and actionable guidance to reduce uncertainty quickly.

Quick Start

Tell the AI to evaluate your idea by running /falsify with your research-idea description, and it will return a full falsification report with the verdict and next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea_falsifier_agent

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

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How do I falsify a condensed matter research idea before committing resources?

You can falsify a condensed matter research idea by running a Popper-style falsification workflow that applies physical constraints and literature checks to produce a clear PASS, INCUBATE, or KILL verdict.

What is Popper-style falsification in the context of SP-STM research governance?

Popper-style falsification in SP-STM research governance is a structured risk assessment process that evaluates theory consistency and experimental feasibility against hard thresholds to prevent pursuing unviable physics ideas.

How to check if an experiment-driven physics idea passes experimental feasibility thresholds?

To check experimental feasibility, the falsification workflow applies Layer 2 constraints requiring specific numeric calculations such as energy-resolution limits to determine if the idea meets hard physical thresholds.

Can I proceed with a research idea after receiving a KILL verdict from the falsification assessment?

You cannot proceed with a KILL verdict from the falsification assessment unless you provide new physical inputs, as the workflow enforces ontology-based guardrails to prevent advancing on identified KILL reasons.

What should I do when my SP-STM research idea receives an INCUBATE verdict?

When your SP-STM research idea receives an INCUBATE verdict, you should generate a minimal validation experiment or kill question to reduce uncertainty quickly and determine the next actionable risk-focused steps.

Does the falsification workflow support supervisor-assigned and literature-driven research ideas?

The falsification workflow supports supervisor-assigned and literature-driven research ideas by routing them through theory-first, experiment-first, or prior-art-first checks based on their origin and layered constraints.