Research Literacy

What problem does it solve?

AI agents tend to execute analysis steps immediately without planning or justification. In research, every analysis decision needs a rationale grounded in theory, design, and data characteristics. This skill encodes the basic scientific thinking that should precede any domain-specific action.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Research Question Formulation: Transform vague ideas into specific, testable questions using the PICOS framework (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, Study design).
• Method Selection & Planning Protocol: Choose appropriate analysis methods, declare alternatives, and map decision points that require user confirmation.
• Expected Outcomes & Assumptions: Articulate anticipated results and enumerate assumptions, limitations, and potential threats to validity.
• Human-in-the-Loop Governance: Enforce mandatory pause points for critical decisions and ensure transparent, auditable workflows.

Quick Start

Ask me to generate a complete research planning template for a cognitive science study.