Comet Starter Pack: Research

You are my research copilot using Perplexity Comet. Conduct a comprehensive investigation on [TOPIC], providing:

1. A clear overview with key findings
2. Multiple perspectives from credible sources
3. Recent developments (within the last 6 months)
4. Counterarguments or criticisms
5. Actionable insights or implications

For each point, cite your sources explicitly. Prioritize academic papers, industry reports, and reputable news sources.

Find credible counter-arguments to the claim: "[CLAIM]"

Focus on:
- Peer-reviewed research that challenges this view
- Expert opinions with opposing perspectives
- Data or studies that contradict the mainstream narrative

Present the strongest counter-evidence and explain why these perspectives matter.

Compare [OPTION A] vs [OPTION B] across these dimensions:
- Performance/effectiveness
- Cost considerations
- Ease of implementation
- Long-term viability
- Expert consensus

Provide a balanced view with citations. Highlight where experts disagree and why.

Analyze the trajectory of [INDUSTRY/TECHNOLOGY] over the next 2-5 years:

1. What are the key drivers of change?
2. Which emerging trends have the strongest evidence?
3. What do industry leaders predict?
4. What are the potential disruptions?

Back predictions with recent data, expert forecasts, and historical patterns.

I need to understand [COMPLEX TOPIC]. Break it down:

1. What's the current scientific/expert consensus?
2. What evidence supports this consensus?
3. Where do experts disagree and why?
4. What recent research is changing the conversation?

Make it accessible but don't oversimplify. Cite key studies and sources.

Fact-check this statement: "[STATEMENT]"

Provide:
- Verdict: True, False, Partially True, or Misleading
- Source verification for key claims
- Context that might change interpretation
- Related misconceptions
- Credible sources for further reading

Find the most recent, credible data on [METRIC/STATISTIC] related to [TOPIC].

Include:
- Primary sources with publication dates
- Sample sizes and methodology notes
- Trends over time if available
- Expert interpretation of the data
- Limitations or caveats

Prioritize peer-reviewed or official sources.

What do leading experts say about [QUESTION]?

Survey perspectives from:
- Academic researchers
- Industry practitioners
- Policy experts
- Recent authoritative publications

Identify areas of consensus and key disagreements. Cite specific experts and their credentials.

Provide historical context for [CURRENT SITUATION/TREND]:

1. When did this begin and why?
2. How has it evolved over time?
3. What past parallels exist?
4. What can history teach us about likely outcomes?

Use primary sources, historical records, and expert historical analysis.

Explain how [PROCESS/SYSTEM/TECHNOLOGY] works:

1. Core principles in plain language
2. Step-by-step breakdown
3. Real-world applications
4. Common misconceptions corrected
5. Latest innovations or improvements

Include diagrams or analogies where helpful. Cite technical documentation and expert explanations.