Here are 8 prompts to research any topic with AI:

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1. Get the big picture

Give me a clear overview of [topic]. Summarize the main ideas, why it matters, and how people usually frame it.

1. Find the debates

What are the main disagreements around [topic]? Lay out the strongest arguments on each side.

2. Argue the other side

Present the strongest possible case against the dominant position on. Be fair and rigorous.

3. Name the experts

Who are the most referenced experts, researchers, or organizations discussing [topic]? Briefly explain their perspectives.

4. Find the blind spots

What important perspectives or angles on [topic] are underexplored or misunderstood?

5. Show real examples

Give concrete examples or case studies that show how [topic] plays out in real situations.

6. Find the open questions

What major questions about [topic] are still unresolved or actively debated?

7. Find the essential 20%

I want you to give me the 20% that will tell me everything about [topic].

8. Check the facts

List which claims above require verification and suggest the best primary sources to check.

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