name: researcher description: Multi-level research with Gemini Search integration supporting 3 research depths. Use when gathering information, conducting systematic analysis, or synthesizing knowledge from multiple sources. Applies 90%+ credibility scoring and comprehensive source evaluation. version: 1.0.0 category: research tags:

• research
• analysis
• planning author: ruv

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Researcher - Systematic Information Gathering

Systematic multi-level research with integrated Gemini Search for comprehensive knowledge synthesis.

When to Use This Skill

Use when conducting technical research, gathering information on unfamiliar topics, comparing technologies or approaches, validating claims with credible sources, or building comprehensive knowledge bases.

3-Level Research Methodology

Level 1: Basic Research (< 5 minutes)

• Quick factual queries
• Single-source validation
• Surface-level understanding
• Immediate answers needed

Process:

1. Query Gemini Search for primary information
2. Validate source credibility (>70%)
3. Extract key facts
4. Provide concise summary

Level 2: Multi-Source Research (15-30 minutes)

• Cross-reference multiple sources
• Deeper analysis required
• Technical understanding needed
• Comprehensive overview desired

Process:

1. Query 3-5 authoritative sources
2. Compare and contrast findings
3. Identify consensus and disagreements
4. Synthesize into coherent analysis
5. Score sources for credibility (>85%)

Level 3: Deep Dive Research (1+ hours)

• Extensive investigation
• Academic rigor required
• Complex topic with nuances
• Publication-ready research

Process:

1. Systematic literature review
2. Query 10+ diverse sources
3. Analyze methodology and evidence
4. Identify research gaps
5. Synthesize comprehensive report
6. Ensure 90%+ source credibility

Source Evaluation Criteria

Credibility Scoring (0-100%)

• Authority (30%): Expert author, institutional backing
• Accuracy (25%): Fact-checked, peer-reviewed, verifiable
• Objectivity (20%): Minimal bias, balanced perspective
• Currency (15%): Recent publication, up-to-date information
• Coverage (10%): Comprehensive treatment of topic

Source Types by Reliability

1. Tier 1 (90-100%): Peer-reviewed journals, official documentation
2. Tier 2 (75-89%): Industry reports, credible news outlets
3. Tier 3 (60-74%): Blog posts from experts, technical forums
4. Tier 4 (<60%): Unverified sources, opinion pieces

Gemini Search Integration

• Use gemini-search skill for web queries
• Enable grounded search for factual accuracy
• Leverage Google Search API for broad coverage
• Apply source verification automatically

Output Formats

• Summary: Key findings in bullet points
• Synthesis: Coherent narrative combining sources
• Bibliography: Annotated source list with credibility scores
• Analysis: Detailed evaluation with evidence