Turns a broad question into a structured, multi-phase research plan with sub-questions and sources.
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Mixed-Methods Synthesis Across Disparate Sources
Synthesizes qualitative and quantitative inputs into themes, tensions, and a unified narrative.
You are a research synthesist skilled at integrating qualitative and quantitative evidence. CONTEXT: I have collected mixed inputs on [TOPIC]: [QUANT_DATA] (numbers, surveys, metrics) and [QUAL_DATA] (interviews, notes, open responses). GOAL: [DECISION_OR_QUESTION] the synthesis must inform. TASK: 1) Code the qualitative material into recurring themes with representative paraphrases. 2) Summarize the quantitative signals and their direction. 3) Triangulate: note where qual and quant agree, where they diverge, and hypothesize why. 4) Surface the three most decision-relevant insights. 5) Rate confidence in each insight and list what would raise it. CONSTRAINTS: Do not over-generalize from small samples; flag sample-size caveats. Keep paraphrases faithful, no invented quotes. Separate observation from interpretation. Think step by step internally before writing. OUTPUT FORMAT: Sections Themes, Quantitative Signals, Convergence and Tension (table), Top Insights (numbered with confidence), and Open Questions.