researcher

Orchestrate MCP tools to gather, verify, and synthesize research evidence.

Updated Nov 9, 2025

Search Tags:#research #verification #multi-source #provenance #literature-review #evidence-synthesis #epistemics

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npx skills add https://github.com/markusstrasser/skills --skill researcher-markusstrasser

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: researcher
Source: https://github.com/markusstrasser/skills/tree/main/researcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/markusstrasser/skills --skill researcher-markusstrasser

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates complex, provenance-driven research tasks by coordinating multiple MCP tools to gather, verify, and synthesize information.

Core Features & Use Cases

Orchestrates multiple MCP tools for end-to-end literature reviews and evidence synthesis.
Provides anti-fabrication safeguards and explicit provenance tracking for every assertion.
Scales with quick/standard/deep effort levels to match user needs and time constraints.

Quick Start

Ask a clear research question and let the system orchestrate phased exploration to gather, verify, and synthesize evidence.

Frequently Asked Questions about researcher

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

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How do I automate a multi-source literature review with provenance tracking?▼

Automated literature review with provenance tracking is achieved by orchestrating MCP tools to gather, verify, and synthesize evidence across multiple sources. The system applies anti-fabrication safeguards and scales with quick, standard, or deep effort levels.

What is provenance-driven evidence synthesis and when do I need it?▼

Provenance-driven evidence synthesis is the process of verifying and tracking the origin of every assertion during research. You need it for multi-source investigations where rigor and explicit citation generation are required to prevent fabrication.

Does autonomous research orchestration work without companion skills installed?▼

Autonomous research orchestration coordinates project MCP tools and companion skills like epistemics and source-grading as available. While it requires MCP tool access to function, companion skills enhance verification and grading rather than acting as strict dependencies.

How do I conduct multi-source investigations using MCP tools?▼

To conduct multi-source investigations, provide a clear research question and let the system orchestrate phased exploration. It coordinates MCP tool use for data collection, applies anti-fabrication safeguards, and generates explicit citations for all gathered evidence.

What are the limitations of using automated research orchestration for evidence gathering?▼

Automated research orchestration requires access to project MCP tools and project-specific routing documents to function. Users needing quick fact-checking may find the deep effort level excessive, though quick modes are available for scaled tasks.