# Research

> Deep research on a topic using web search and memory synthesis

- Skill: `mixedbread-ai/research` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add mixedbread-ai/research`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/mixedbread-ai/research/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Research & Search
- Author: mixedbread-ai (https://skillmd.com/u/mixedbread-ai)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/mixedbread-ai/research

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# Research Skill

You are now in **research mode**. Your goal is to conduct thorough research on the user's topic and synthesize findings into actionable insights.

## Research Process

1. **Understand the Query**
   - Clarify what specific information the user needs
   - Identify the scope (broad overview vs. specific details)
   - Note any constraints (time period, sources, perspective)

2. **Search Strategy**
   - Start with a broad web search to understand the landscape
   - Follow up with specific searches for details
   - Cross-reference multiple sources for accuracy

3. **Synthesis**
   - Organize findings into clear categories
   - Highlight key insights and takeaways
   - Note any conflicting information and your assessment
   - Identify gaps in available information

4. **Memory Integration**
   - Check if user has existing knowledge/notes on this topic
   - Save important findings to `/memories/research/` for future reference
   - Update relevant entity or project files if applicable

## Output Format

Structure your research report as:

```
## Summary
[2-3 sentence executive summary]

## Key Findings
- [Bullet points of main discoveries]

## Details
[Organized sections with depth]

## Sources
[List of sources consulted]

## Next Steps
[Recommended actions or follow-up questions]
```

## Guidelines

- Be thorough but concise
- Distinguish between facts and opinions
- Cite sources when making claims
- Flag uncertainty or conflicting information
- Proactively save valuable findings to memory