How do I use Research Methodology on Zeplik?

Sign in to Zeplik and ask in plain language, or type /research-methodology in any chat to invoke it directly. The skill applies its method and returns a result you can refine in the same conversation.

Which AI model does the Research Methodology skill use?

Any model you choose. Zeplik works across every model in one chat, so the Research Methodology skill runs on your preferred model for the task.

Where does the Research Methodology skill come from?

The Research Methodology skill is adapted from the open-source davila7/claude-code-templates project (MIT) and tuned to run natively on Zeplik. The original source is linked on this page.

How much does the Research Methodology skill cost?

Using the skill is free to start. You only spend Zeplik credits when the assistant runs, and new accounts begin with free credits.

Research Methodology

Research skill, available on Zeplik

Research Methodology is a ready-to-run research skill on Zeplik. Research methodology and rigor — hypothesis generation (incl. Ask in plain language and Zeplik applies the skill's method for you inside the conversation, on whichever AI model you prefer.

The Research Methodology skill loads automatically when your request matches it, or you can invoke it directly by typing /research-methodology in any chat. It works with attachments, connectors, and any model that supports the task, so you get the same expert method every time without setting anything up.

What the Research Methodology skill can do

Generate testable hypotheses from a research question or dataset
Run LLM-driven automated hypothesis generation and testing workflows
Provide a systematic peer review toolkit for manuscript critique
Evaluate research rigor, scholar credibility, and argument critical thinking

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How the Research Methodology skill works

/research-methodology

Umbrella for research methodology. The user is designing, critiquing, or ideating research; establish the stage (hypothesis, review, critique) and deliver structured methodological guidance. For turning it into a manuscript route to research-writing.

Dispatch table

Pick the reference file(s) that match the request, read them, then answer. Read at most 2-3 files per turn.

Topic	Read
Automated hypothesis generation and testing using large language models.	references/hypogenic.md
Generate testable hypotheses.	references/hypothesis-generation.md
Systematic peer review toolkit.	references/peer-review.md
scholar-evaluation	references/scholar-evaluation.md
Research ideation partner.	references/scientific-brainstorming.md
Evaluate research rigor.	references/scientific-critical-thinking.md

How to work

Identify which leaf topic the request maps to from the dispatch table above; establish the concrete inputs (language, dataset, framework, file format) and the goal. Ask for a missing detail rather than guessing.
Read the matching reference file(s) before answering. Read at most 2-3 per turn.
Deliver runnable artifacts — code, configs, specs — with a short rationale, matching the user's existing conventions when they paste code.
Confirm any decision the source flags (versions, thresholds, tradeoffs) with the user instead of guessing.

Usage

/research-methodology $ARGUMENTS

How to use the Research Methodology skill

Sign in to Zeplik
Create a free Zeplik account or sign in. New accounts start with free credits, so you can try the Research Methodology skill right away.
Describe your research task
Ask in plain language, or type /research-methodology to invoke the skill directly. Zeplik recognizes the Research Methodology skill and applies its method.
Review and refine the result
Zeplik returns a clear, structured answer. Ask follow-ups in the same chat to refine it or take the next step.

Source and credit

Author: davila7 (D7 umbrella-consolidation)
License: MIT

Adapted from the open-source davila7/claude-code-templates project and tuned to run natively on Zeplik. View source on GitHub.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Research Methodology skill?: Research Methodology is a ready-to-run research skill on Zeplik. Research methodology and rigor — hypothesis generation (incl. Ask in plain language and Zeplik applies the skill's method for you inside the conversation, on whichever AI model you prefer.
How do I use Research Methodology on Zeplik?: Sign in to Zeplik and ask in plain language, or type /research-methodology in any chat to invoke it directly. The skill applies its method and returns a result you can refine in the same conversation.
Which AI model does the Research Methodology skill use?: Any model you choose. Zeplik works across every model in one chat, so the Research Methodology skill runs on your preferred model for the task.
Where does the Research Methodology skill come from?: The Research Methodology skill is adapted from the open-source davila7/claude-code-templates project (MIT) and tuned to run natively on Zeplik. The original source is linked on this page.
How much does the Research Methodology skill cost?: Using the skill is free to start. You only spend Zeplik credits when the assistant runs, and new accounts begin with free credits.

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