Research Brief

Synthesize web and academic sources into a falsifiable research brief with citations.

Updated Jun 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/swarm-ai-research/aeon --skill research-brief-swarm-ai-research
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Research Brief
Source: https://github.com/swarm-ai-research/aeon/tree/main/skills/research-brief
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/swarm-ai-research/aeon --skill research-brief-swarm-ai-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Researchers, analysts, and teams need structured, evidence-backed briefs with a falsifiable thesis, ensuring clarity and testability of claims.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gather diverse sources (web and academic) and deduplicate results.
  • Form a falsifiable thesis and provide a 2-3 sentence BLUF.
  • Produce a structured brief with citations, context, evidence, and open questions.
  • Use in decision briefs, research planning, and knowledge validation.

Quick Start

Provide a topic to begin drafting a falsifiable research brief with citations.

Frequently Asked Questions about Research Brief

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

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How do I write a research brief with a falsifiable thesis and verifiable citations?

To write a research brief with a falsifiable thesis, gather diverse web and academic sources, deduplicate results, and synthesize evidence into a 600-1000 word structured document with BLUF, context, and open questions.

What is a falsifiable thesis in an academic research brief?

A falsifiable thesis in an academic research brief is a testable claim structured to be proven or disproven through verifiable evidence, ensuring clarity and objective validation of synthesized research findings.

Can I use both web search and academic papers to generate a cited research brief?

Yes, you can use both web search and academic papers to generate a cited research brief. The process gathers diverse sources from both domains, deduplicates them, and performs deep reads to synthesize evidence.

How do I structure a decision brief with BLUF and open questions?

Structure a decision brief by formatting outputs with a YAML frontmatter block, followed by a 2-3 sentence BLUF, a falsifiable thesis, context, evidence, key papers, and open questions sections.

Does generating a research brief require any external dependencies or API keys?

No, generating a research brief requires no external dependencies. The process operates independently to identify sources, perform deep reads, and save outputs as markdown articles.

What is the best way to synthesize academic sources into a 600-1000 word brief?

The best way to synthesize academic sources into a 600-1000 word brief is to deduplicate gathered materials, extract key evidence through deep reads, and format findings with verifiable citations and a BLUF.