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reputation-check

Search online channels for academic advisor reputation and risk flags.

10|4|Updated Feb 25, 2026
Search Tags:#academic integrity#advisor reputation#professor review#student safety#red flag analysis#university research
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Lirsakura/skills-hub --skill reputation-check
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: reputation-check
Source: https://github.com/Lirsakura/skills-hub/tree/main/skills/advisor-agent/skills/reputation-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Lirsakura/skills-hub --skill reputation-check

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps students identify potential issues with a prospective academic advisor by thoroughly investigating their reputation across multiple online platforms, focusing on uncovering negative feedback and critical warnings that might not be readily apparent.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-Platform Search: Scans forums (Zhihu, 1point3acres), review sites (RMP), news outlets, and academic integrity platforms (PubPeer) for advisor feedback.
  • Risk Assessment: Categorizes findings into critical red flags (e.g., safety concerns, misconduct), cautionary yellow flags (e.g., micromanagement, funding issues), and positive green flags.
  • Use Case: Before committing to a PhD program, a student uses this Skill to check their potential advisor. The Skill uncovers a news report about a past investigation into academic misconduct, flagging it as a critical red flag and advising the student to reconsider.

Quick Start

Investigate the reputation of Professor John Smith at Example University.

Frequently Asked Questions about reputation-check

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check a professor's reputation before joining their lab?▼

Academic advisor reputation assessment involves searching student forums, news media, and official disciplinary records to identify potential red flags like academic misconduct or safety concerns. It categorizes findings into critical, cautionary, and positive indicators to inform student decisions.

How do I find red flags for a potential PhD advisor online?▼

To find advisor red flags, conduct a multi-platform search across forums like Zhihu and 1point3acres, review sites like RMP, and academic platforms like PubPeer. This categorizes findings into critical red flags, cautionary yellow flags, and positive green flags.

Does an advisor reputation check search official university disciplinary records?▼

Yes, an advisor reputation check searches official disciplinary records alongside news media and student forums. This comprehensive risk assessment identifies official academic misconduct findings and safety concerns that might not appear in standard university department profiles.

What is the best way to investigate academic misconduct by a university professor?▼

The best way to investigate academic misconduct is to search academic integrity platforms like PubPeer alongside news outlets and student forums. This multi-channel approach cross-references official records with student feedback to categorize the severity of potential red flags.

Can I use web search to assess university research advisor safety and misconduct risks?▼

Yes, you can use web search, web fetching, and browser capabilities to assess advisor safety and misconduct risks. This process gathers and analyzes information from diverse online sources to conduct a comprehensive risk assessment before committing to a program.

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