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research

Research arbitrary topics from scratch and save structured Markdown notes.

23|2|Updated Mar 20, 2026
Search Tags:#documentation#research#knowledge management#web research#source synthesis#structured note#resources vault
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/onebrain-ai/onebrain --skill research-onebrain-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research
Source: https://github.com/onebrain-ai/onebrain/tree/main/.claude/plugins/onebrain/skills/research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/onebrain-ai/onebrain --skill research-onebrain-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you research an unknown topic from scratch and turn the results into a structured, reusable note in your resources folder.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Goal clarification: confirms scope (and can ask for depth like overview, deep dive, or practical).
  • Web research + synthesis: gathers authoritative sources, compares perspectives, and synthesizes findings into a clear structure.
  • Persistent vault output: chooses (or prompts for) a target resources subfolder and writes a note with tags, sources, and related links.
  • Best for: “research X for me” when you do not already have a specific URL or existing text to summarize.

Quick Start

Ask: /research topic to research the topic and save a structured resource note under your resources folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I research an unknown topic from scratch and save structured notes?▼

To research an unknown topic from scratch, this Skill clarifies your research goal, gathers multiple authoritative web sources, synthesizes key concepts, and saves the findings as a structured Markdown note in your resources folder.

What is the best way to synthesize web research into a reusable knowledge management note?▼

The best way to synthesize web research is to collect authoritative sources, compare perspectives, and output a structured Markdown note with tags, source citations, and related links directly into a designated resources subfolder.

Can I specify the research depth when asking for a topic overview?▼

Yes, you can specify the research depth. The Skill confirms the scope of your research goal and can prompt for the desired depth, such as a general overview, a deep dive, or practical takeaways.

Do I need a specific URL to generate a structured resource note?▼

No, you do not need a specific URL. This Skill is designed for scenarios where you start from scratch with only an arbitrary topic, conducting independent web research to gather sources rather than summarizing an existing link.

How are source citations and tags handled in the saved Markdown note?▼

Source citations and tags are automatically integrated into the Markdown note. The Skill writes a properly formatted note that includes source citations, related links, and tags within your chosen resources subfolder.

When should I use this web research approach instead of summarizing existing text?▼

You should use this web research approach when you lack a specific URL or existing text to summarize. It is built for investigating an arbitrary topic from scratch to produce a structured, reusable resource note.

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