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+name: research-documentation
+description: Research topics and document findings in Notion with organized structure and sources
+---
+
+## Overview
+
+The Research Documentation skill automates the process of researching topics and capturing findings in a well-organized Notion database. It streamlines research by structuring information, tracking sources, and connecting related findings.
+
+## When to Use
+
+Use this skill when you need to:
+- Research complex topics and document findings
+- Compile competitive analysis or market research
+- Create literature reviews or research summaries
+- Build knowledge bases around specific topics
+- Track sources and citations
+- Organize research across multiple domains
+- Create research reports with sourced information
+
+## Features
+
+- **Structured Research Capture**: Automatically organizes research findings with proper hierarchy
+- **Source Tracking**: Maintains complete source attribution and citations
+- **Topic Organization**: Categorizes findings by theme and relevance
+- **Cross-referencing**: Connects related research across topics
+- **Evidence Collection**: Captures quotes, data, and supporting evidence
+- **Research Timeline**: Tracks how understanding evolved during research
+
+## Requirements
+
+- **Notion API Access**: For creating and updating research documentation
+- **Research Database**: Notion database structure for organizing findings
+- **Web Access**: For gathering information from online sources
+- **Citation Format Preference**: Configured citation style (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.)
+
+## Implementation Details
+
+This skill orchestrates research workflows by:
+
+1. Breaking down research topics into focused areas
+2. Gathering information from multiple sources
+3. Analyzing and synthesizing findings
+4. Organizing findings with proper attribution
+5. Creating relationships between related research
+6. Generating summary documents and reports
+
+### Research Documentation Workflow
+
+```
+Research Topic/Question
+  ↓
+Break into Research Areas
+  ↓
+Gather Information
+  ↓
+Analyze & Synthesize
+  ↓
+Extract Key Findings
+  ↓
+Organize with Sources
+  ↓
+Create Notion Documentation
+  ↓
+Output: Research Summary
+```
+
+## Example Use Cases
+
+1. **Competitive Analysis**
+   - Research competitors and market landscape
+   - Document features, pricing, and positioning
+   - Create competitive comparison matrix
+
+2. **Technology Evaluation**
+   - Research framework/tool options
+   - Document pros, cons, and use cases
+   - Create evaluation report with recommendations
+
+3. **Domain Knowledge Building**
+   - Research industry best practices
+   - Document standards and approaches
+   - Create reference guide for team
+
+4. **Literature Review**
+   - Research academic papers on topic
+   - Summarize findings and arguments
+   - Create annotated bibliography
+
+5. **Market Research**
+   - Gather market size and trends
+   - Document customer needs
+   - Create market analysis report
+
+## Configuration
+
+```env
+NOTION_API_TOKEN=your_token_here
+RESEARCH_DATABASE_ID=your_database_id
+SOURCES_DATABASE_ID=your_sources_database_id
+CITATION_FORMAT=APA
+```
+
+## Citation Formats Supported
+
+- APA
+- MLA
+- Chicago Style
+- Harvard
+- IEEE
+
+## See Also
+
+- [Knowledge Capture](/skills/knowledge-capture) - For documenting discussions and insights
+- [Meeting Intelligence](/skills/meeting-intelligence) - For research-informed meeting prep
+- [Spec to Implementation](/skills/spec-to-implementation) - For research-based implementation planning
+- [Notion API Documentation](https://developers.notion.com)