research-methodology

Structure research questions, sources, and verification protocols across professional investigation tracks.

86|9|Updated Jun 5, 2026
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Skill: research-methodology
Source: https://github.com/magnus919/hermes-profiles/tree/main/skills/research-methodology
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/magnus919/hermes-profiles --skill research-methodology-magnus919

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Provides a structured, repeatable approach for conducting professional research across journalism, industry analysis, and academic-style investigations, ensuring rigorous sourcing, verification, and reporting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Three tracks: Journalistic, Industry analysis, Academic/Comprehensive, each with defined evidence standards and workflows.
  • The Research Lifecycle: Scope → Gather → Evaluate → Analyze → Synthesize → Report, plus asset and reference management.
  • References, assets, and a structured methodology library to guide source evaluation, synthesis, and pre-publication verification.

Quick Start

Load the Research Lifecycle brief and references to begin framing questions and collecting credible sources.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-methodology

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure research workflows for credible industry analysis and journalism?

Structured research workflows guide credible industry analysis and journalism by applying a defined lifecycle from scoping to synthesis, ensuring rigorous sourcing and pre-publication verification.

What's the best way to verify sources and evidence during a professional investigation?

The best way to verify sources and evidence during a professional investigation is to apply defined reference taxonomies and pre-publication verification standards throughout the evaluation phase.

How does the research lifecycle work for academic-style investigations?

The research lifecycle for academic-style investigations works by progressing through Scope, Gather, Evaluate, Analyze, Synthesize, and Report phases, managing references and assets to ensure reproducibility.

Can I use this methodology for both journalistic and comprehensive academic research?

Yes, you can use this methodology for both journalistic and comprehensive academic research. It provides three distinct tracks with defined evidence standards tailored to each context.

How do I manage references and assets to ensure research reproducibility?

Manage references and assets to ensure research reproducibility by utilizing a structured methodology library that tracks sources, guides evaluation, and maintains records throughout the gathering and synthesis phases.