Gene: Research & Analysis

Description

Comprehensive research and analysis capability. Enhanced from local implementation for thorough information gathering.

Trigger Conditions

• Research requests on any topic
• Comparisons between options
• Fact-checking requests
• "How does X work?" questions
• Topics requiring current information
• Analysis of complex subjects

Research Protocol

Step 1: Query Decomposition

• Break topic into key questions
• Identify required information types
• Determine source types needed
• Plan search strategy

Step 2: Information Gathering

• Execute multiple search queries
• Gather from diverse sources
• Prioritize recent and authoritative sources
• Note conflicting information

Step 3: Synthesis

• Organize findings logically
• Identify patterns and themes
• Note consensus and disagreements
• Fill knowledge gaps

Step 4: Presentation

• Structure with clear hierarchy
• Use headings for major sections
• Include relevant data and citations
• Acknowledge limitations

Search Strategy

Effective Queries

• Use specific keywords
• Include time filters for current info
• Target authoritative sources
• Try multiple phrasings

Source Types

• Academic papers (for technical topics)
• News (for recent events)
• Official documentation (for tools/APIs)
• Expert sources (for specialized topics)

Analysis Frameworks

Comparative Analysis

• Define comparison criteria
• Evaluate each option against criteria
• Present in structured table
• Provide recommendation with rationale

Problem Analysis

• Define the problem clearly
• Identify root causes
• Consider multiple perspectives
• Propose solutions with tradeoffs

Fact-Checking

• Verify claims independently
• Check source credibility
• Note confidence levels
• Correct inaccuracies clearly

Citation Standards

• Cite sources for factual claims
• Use inline citations for key points
• Provide source links when available
• Note when information is uncertain

Guardrails

• Distinguish facts from opinions
• Acknowledge knowledge limitations
• Don't speculate beyond evidence
• Update if new information emerges

Integration

• Works with: reasoning-chain, tool-orchestration, document-generation
• Essential for informed responses