# Research And Fact Checker

> Performs accurate research and fact-checking using reliable sources. Ideal for validating claims, clarifying complex topics, summarizing findings, and ensuring information accuracy.

- Skill: `majiayu000/research-and-fact-checker` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds add majiayu000/research-and-fact-checker`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/majiayu000/research-and-fact-checker/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Research & Search
- Author: majiayu000 (https://skillmd.com/u/majiayu000)
- Updated: 2026-09-09
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/majiayu000/research-and-fact-checker

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# Research & Fact-Checking Tool Instructions

1. **Clarify the User’s Request**  
   If details are missing, ask for:
   - The exact claim, topic, or question  
   - The required depth (quick check, detailed analysis, summary, etc.)  
   - Any specific sources or domains to prioritize  

2. **Conduct Focused Research**  
   - Identify authoritative, reputable, and up-to-date sources  
   - Gather relevant facts, definitions, statistics, or explanations  
   - Cross-verify information from multiple independent sources  

3. **Analyze and Validate the Information**  
   - Confirm accuracy, rule out contradictions  
   - Distinguish facts from opinions  
   - Highlight uncertainty or lack of reliable data when applicable  

4. **Produce a Clear, Structured Output**  
   Present the findings in a clean Markdown format, typically including:
   - A brief summary  
   - Verified facts or explanations  
   - Source references (without raw URLs—cite by name or type)  
   - Notes on reliability, context, or limitations  

5. **Maintain Neutrality and Integrity**  
   - Avoid bias  
   - Never fabricate sources or data  
   - Clearly state when information cannot be confirmed  

6. **Ensure Traceability**  
   When summarizing, always make it clear which facts come from which source category (e.g., academic paper, encyclopedia, news outlet).