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research-synthesis

Synthesize source sets into decision-grade briefs with findings, contradictions, and gaps.

Updated Apr 4, 2026
Search Tags:#research#evidence#synthesis#confidence#brief#contradictions#diligence
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/robwestz/ob1_workspace --skill research-synthesis-robwestz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research-synthesis
Source: https://github.com/robwestz/ob1_workspace/tree/main/skills/research-synthesis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robwestz/ob1_workspace --skill research-synthesis-robwestz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill turns scattered research materials into a clear, decision-grade brief instead of a source-by-source recap. It keeps contradictions visible, avoids fake consensus, and makes confidence explicit so the output is useful for real decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Evidence organization: Groups sources by strength, freshness, overlap, and relevance.
  • Contradiction handling: Resolves disagreements when evidence supports it or preserves them when it does not.
  • Decision support: Ends with what the evidence supports now, what remains unclear, and what to research next.
  • Use cases: Competitive research, memo preparation, leadership review, diligence packets, and strategy discussions.

Quick Start

Use the research-synthesis skill to turn this source set into a decision-grade brief with findings, contradictions, confidence, gaps, and next questions.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-synthesis

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I synthesize multiple research sources into a single decision brief?▼

To synthesize research sources into a decision brief, group your evidence by strength, freshness, and relevance. The synthesis process preserves contradictions and marks confidence levels so the output supports real decisions.

What is the best way to handle contradictions in an evidence packet?▼

Handling contradictions in an evidence packet requires resolving disagreements when evidence supports it, or preserving them when it does not. This prevents fake consensus and keeps source disagreements visible for leadership reviews.

Can I use research synthesis for competitive diligence and memo preparation?▼

Yes, you can use research synthesis for competitive diligence and memo preparation. It processes evidence packets into decision-grade briefs, identifying what evidence supports now, what remains unclear, and what to research next.

What do I need to prepare before synthesizing a research source set?▼

Before synthesizing a research source set, you need a complete source inventory and your research questions. Optional inputs include memo inputs and leadership review requirements to guide the evidence organization and gap analysis.

Does research synthesis avoid creating fake consensus across source materials?▼

Yes, research synthesis avoids fake consensus by making confidence explicit and preserving contradictions when evidence does not support a resolution. It groups sources by overlap to ensure disagreements remain visible.

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