ChatGPT Prompts for Research

Synthesise the following [N] research sources on the topic of [topic] into a structured literature review. [Paste sources or abstracts]. Include: 1. Overview of the research landscape. 2. Points of consensus across sources. 3. Key contradictions or debates. 4. Research gaps identified. 5. Most cited findings. 6. Implications for [your research question]. Use academic tone.

Generate 10 potential research questions for a study on [broad topic]. Include a mix of: descriptive questions (what is the current state of X?), comparative questions (how does X differ between A and B?), relationship questions (what is the relationship between X and Y?), and causal questions (what effect does X have on Y?). Flag which are most feasible given [your constraints].

Design a survey to investigate [research objective] with [target respondents]. Include: 3 demographic questions, 5-7 Likert scale questions on [topic], 3 multiple choice questions, and 2 open-ended questions. Each question should be clear, unambiguous, and avoid leading language. Suggest an appropriate scale and question ordering. Target completion time: [X] minutes.

Write the [methodology/findings/discussion/conclusion] section of a research report on [topic]. Study parameters: [describe study: sample size, data type, approach]. For findings: present the key data with appropriate framing. For discussion: interpret findings in relation to [prior research/hypotheses]. For conclusion: summarise implications and future research directions. Word count: [X].

Based on the following background information and research gap: [paste context], generate 5 testable hypotheses. For each hypothesis: state it in clear if-then or directional format, explain the theoretical basis, identify the independent and dependent variables, suggest how it could be tested, and note potential confounding variables.

Critically evaluate the following claims for factual accuracy, methodological validity, and potential bias: [paste claims or source excerpts]. For each claim: state whether it's supported by the evidence provided, identify any logical fallacies or methodological weaknesses, note the strength of evidence (strong/moderate/weak), and suggest what additional evidence would strengthen the claim.

Analyse this interview transcript using thematic analysis. [Paste transcript]. Identify: the 3-5 main themes with supporting quotes, any patterns or contradictions across responses, the most emotionally significant moments, and preliminary insights relevant to [research question]. Format: each theme with a title, 2-3 supporting quotes, and a 2-sentence interpretation.

Convert the following research findings into a 1-page executive brief for [non-specialist audience: business leaders/policymakers/investors]. [Paste findings]. Include: key insight in plain language (no jargon), what it means for [specific decisions], confidence level and any caveats, and 2-3 recommended actions. Under 400 words. No footnotes or citations in the brief itself.