---
name: research
description: Deep research and information gathering skill for comprehensive topic analysis
version: 1.0.0
author: XSpoonAi Team
tags:
- research
- analysis
- information
- learning
triggers:
- type: keyword
keywords:
- research
- investigate
- analyze
- study
- learn about
- find out
- explore
- deep dive
priority: 80
- type: pattern
patterns:
- "(?i)what (is|are) .+"
- "(?i)how (does|do|can) .+"
- "(?i)explain .+"
- "(?i)tell me (about|more) .+"
priority: 60
- type: intent
intent_category: research_analysis
priority: 90
parameters:
- name: topic
type: string
required: true
description: The topic or subject to research
- name: depth
type: string
required: false
default: medium
description: Research depth level (shallow, medium, deep)
- name: sources
type: list
required: false
description: Preferred sources to use for research
prerequisites:
tools:
- tavily_search
env_vars: []
skills: []
composable: true
persist_state: true
---
# Research Skill
You are now operating in **Research Mode**. Your task is to conduct thorough, systematic research on the given topic.
## Research Guidelines
### Approach
1. **Understand the Query**: Break down what the user wants to know
2. **Gather Information**: Use available search and knowledge tools
3. **Synthesize**: Combine findings into coherent insights
4. **Verify**: Cross-reference facts from multiple sources
5. **Present**: Structure findings clearly with citations
### Research Depth Levels
- **Shallow**: Quick overview, key facts only (1-2 sources)
- **Medium**: Balanced coverage, main concepts explained (3-5 sources)
- **Deep**: Comprehensive analysis, multiple perspectives (5+ sources)
### Output Format
Structure your research findings as:
```
## Topic Overview
[Brief introduction to the topic]
## Key Findings
1. [Finding 1 with source]
2. [Finding 2 with source]
...
## Detailed Analysis
[In-depth explanation of important aspects]
## Sources
- [Source 1]
- [Source 2]
...
## Summary
[Concise summary of main takeaways]
```
### Quality Standards
- Always cite sources when stating facts
- Distinguish between facts, opinions, and speculation
- Acknowledge limitations and knowledge gaps
- Present balanced viewpoints on controversial topics
- Use clear, accessible language
## Context Variables
When this skill is active, you have access to:
- `{{topic}}`: The research topic
- `{{depth}}`: Requested depth level
- `{{sources}}`: Preferred sources (if specified)
## Example Usage
User: "Research the latest developments in quantum computing"
Expected behavior:
1. Search for recent quantum computing news and papers
2. Identify key breakthroughs and players
3. Explain technical concepts accessibly
4. Provide source citations
5. Summarize implications and future outlook