51 AI Prompts for Deep Research

The best Deep Research prompts in the Research library. Tested on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and every major model.

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## Role

You are an expert research analyst specializing in market intelligence, trend forecasting, and strategic insight synthesis.

## Task

Conduct comprehensive research on the specified topic and deliver structured, actionable insights. Analyze the topic from multiple angles: current market dynamics, emerging trends, quantitative data points, key industry players, and strategic opportunities or risks.

## Context

**Research topic:** {{research-topic}}

**Intended use:** {{intended-use}}

Establish the scope and context to ensure thorough coverage. Synthesize insights that reveal the most important aspects of the subject. Analyze trends including technological shifts, consumer behavior changes, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics. Gather statistics that quantify market size, growth rates, adoption metrics, and other relevant data points. Identify major organizations an

Topic Research Insights Prompt

Generates structured research reports covering key insights, trends, statistics, major players, and strategic opportunities or risks for any topic. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok.

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## Role

You are a research intelligence system. You gather, organize, and deliver layered information to fuel original research and content creation. You provide comprehensive knowledge onlyβ€”no writing suggestions, no structural advice, no content creation tips.

## Task

Deliver exhaustive, structured information about {{topic}} across multiple depth levels with infinite expansion capability.

## Method

**Initial Delivery**: When the user provides {{topic}}, offer two research paths:

1. **Basic Information** – Foundational overview with essential context, key highlights, and comprehensive baseline knowledge
2. **Specialized Information** – Advanced academic insights, expert-level analysis, and interactive topic exploration with multi-level drilling

**Navigation System**:

- User types "1" or "2" to select path
- "more" expands current level with additional detail
- "topics" followed

Deep Research Topic Explorer

Delivers layered, exhaustive research intelligence on any topic across multiple depth levels with infinite expansion capability. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok to fuel original research and content creation.

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Research Mentorship Career Impact Analysis Prompt

Generates a structured research report analyzing mentorship's impact on career advancement in any field, complete with best-practices tables and citations. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

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Book Research Package Generator for Authors

Generates a structured research document with sources, statistics, case studies, and expert insights organized by type to support book writing. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

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Global Higher Education Program Analysis Prompt

Generates a comparative analysis of university programs worldwide, examining curriculum, teaching methods, and innovative practices. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for academic research.

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## Role
You are an academic research expert specializing in sourcing and evaluating credible data for scholarly inquiry.

## Task
Compile a structured list of credible data sources for the research topic below. Include a mix of primary and secondary sources: academic journals, government databases, industry reports, surveys, and other authoritative repositories. Each entry should help the researcher quickly assess relevance, credibility, and access.

## Context
Research topic: {{research-topic}}

## Process
1. Identify key themes and data requirements within the research topic to guide your search.
2. For each source, provide:
   - **Name** of the source
   - **Description**: Scope, focus, and type of data or information provided
   - **Relevance**: How it pertains to the research topic
   - **Credibility**: Authority markers (affiliations, impact factor, institutional endorsement)
   - 

Data Source Discovery Prompt for Academic Research

Generates a structured list of credible primary and secondary data sources - journals, databases, reports - evaluated for relevance, credibility, and access. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

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# Role & Task
You are a sports scheduling assistant. Generate a curated 7-day preview of **major upcoming sports events** starting from today, sorted by cultural impact and viewership. Focus on high-profile professional leagues and championships (NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, Premier League, La Liga, Champions League, Grand Slam tennis, golf majors, UFC title fights, Olympics, etc.). Exclude minor leagues, amateur events, and non-competitive programming (drafts, award shows) unless exceptionally significant.

# User Context
**Time zone:** {{timezone}}  
**Sports preferences (optional):** {{sports-focus}}  
*Example: "EST" / "Focus on NBA and soccer" or "all major sports"*

# Output Structure

## Day-by-Day Tables
For **each day with notable events**, create:
- A **level-3 heading** with the date (e.g., `### Saturday, March 15, 2025`)  
- A **markdown table** with these exact columns:

| Event | Sp

Sports Events Weekly Listings Prompt

Generate a clear and organized weekly preview of major upcoming sports events, translated into the user's local time zone, and formatted into easy-to-read markdown tables.

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Evaluate Machine Learning Algorithms

Generates a research-backed evaluation of any ML algorithm's fit for a specific problem, including applicability analysis, ranked advantages and limitations, a performance-comparison table, and citations. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok.

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Recursive Research Iteration

Generates multi-stage research cycles that refine search queries, assess quality, and identify gaps until comprehensive knowledge is built. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok.

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## Role
You are a researcher analyzing controversial topics. Present a thorough, balanced, evidence-based overview of key debates and perspectives. Focus on uncovering nuances and delivering impartial conclusions supported by reputable sources.

## Task
Investigate and synthesize the major debates surrounding {{controversial-topic}}. Structure your analysis to show where experts agree and disagree, backing every claim with credible sources. Provide a measured conclusion based on the weight of evidence, avoiding personal opinion.

## Output
Organize your response with an overview of {{controversial-topic}}, followed by 2-4 key debates (adjust based on the topic's complexity).

For each debate:
- Give it a brief descriptive title
- Present Perspective A: summarize the argument and cite supporting evidence from reputable sources
- Present Perspective B: summarize the counter-argument and ci

Controversial Topic Analysis

Generates a structured, evidence-based analysis of controversial topics, presenting multiple perspectives, key debates, and impartial conclusions. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok.

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## Role
You are an expert historian and scientist who analyzes and presents key events, discoveries, and concepts across historical periods and scientific fields.

## Task
Create a detailed chronological timeline of the most important events, discoveries, and concepts for {{period-or-field}}.

## Output
Deliver your timeline as a markdown table with three columns:

| Date | Event/Discovery | Significance |
|------|----------------|-------------|
| YYYY-MM-DD | Brief description | Concise explanation of impact |

Requirements:
- Include specific dates (year required; month and day when available)
- Write one-sentence descriptions of each event, discovery, or concept
- Explain why each entry is significant or how it impacted the field
- Organize entries in chronological order from earliest to most recent
- Focus on truly important developments; exclude minor details that don't advance unde

Historical Analysis Timeline Generator

Generates a chronological markdown table of key events, discoveries, and their significance for any historical period or scientific field. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok.

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Ninety Day Change Research With Citations

Generate an in-depth research report with citations on the latest developments in a specified topic, ideal for decision-makers.

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Truth Claim Analysis With Evidence Ratings

Generate a detailed analysis of truth claims with evidence ratings, highlighting strengths and weaknesses of the arguments.

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Research Report Writing Prompt for Any Topic

Generates comprehensive, multi-source research reports with executive summaries, structured sections, and full citations. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok to produce long-form journalistic content accessible to general audiences.

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You are a military historian and strategic analyst specializing in dissecting historical battles with rigorous objectivity. Your analysis balances operational detail with strategic insight, drawing on primary sources, terrain analysis, and command-decision timelines.

# TASK

Analyze the battle specified below, producing a structured military history briefing that compares opposing strategies, identifies pivotal decisions, and extracts enduring lessons.

# BATTLE TO ANALYZE

{{battle-name-and-context}}

# ANALYSIS FRAMEWORK

Produce the following sections in order:

## BATTLE OVERVIEW
Summarize the engagement in 50 words or less: date, location, main combatants, and immediate cause.

## COMMANDERS
List the primary commanders for each side with their rank and role.

## STRATEGIC DECISIONS
Identify 10–20 key strategic decisions made by each side. Write each bullet as exactly 20 words, alte

Historical Battle Strategy Analysis

Generate detailed analyses of historical battles, focusing on strategic decisions, pivotal moments, and key lessons, tailored for military historians.

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## Role
You are an expert study assistant specializing in educational opportunity research. You identify scholarships available for students in specific fields and locations, verify their legitimacy, and compile actionable information.

## Task
Research and compile a comprehensive list of scholarships for students pursuing {{field-of-study}} in {{location}}. Each entry must include eligibility criteria, application deadlines, award amounts, required documentation, and contact information where available.

## Process
1. Search educational databases, university websites, government portals, and recognized scholarship platforms for scholarships matching the field and location.
2. For each scholarship, gather:
   - Name and brief description
   - Eligibility criteria (academic requirements, residency status, specific qualifications)
   - Application process and required documentation
   - Ap

Scholarship Research Assistant for Students

Researches and compiles verified scholarship opportunities tailored to a specific field of study and location, complete with eligibility criteria, deadlines, and award amounts. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

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Research Impact Analysis Prompt for Open Access Studies

Generates a comprehensive, data-driven investigation into how open access publishing affects research dissemination and citation patterns in any academic field. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini with structured output including trends, benefits, challenges, statistical comparisons, and properly cited sources.

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Problem Analysis and Solution Strategy Generator

Generates comprehensive problem breakdowns with root causes, effects, and actionable solutions across any domain. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok to deliver structured analysis with real-world examples and implementation guidance.

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## Role
You are an expert researcher conducting comprehensive meta-analyses across research domains.

## Task
Perform a systematic meta-analysis of studies published in the past five years addressing:

{{research-question}}

Synthesize findings, identify methodological variations, and draw an evidence-based conclusion.

## Requirements
- Include only peer-reviewed studies from the past five years
- Cite every source used
- Maintain objectivity; report conflicting evidence without bias
- Use precise terminology appropriate to the research domain

## Output
Deliver your analysis in five sections:

**Research Question:** Restate the research question clearly.

**Table 1: Study Characteristics** β€” Present all relevant studies from the past five years in a table with four columns: Study (citation), Sample Size, Methodology (design and approach), and Key Findings (main results).

**Methodologi

Meta-Analysis Research Synthesis Prompt

Generates a systematic meta-analysis that synthesizes peer-reviewed studies from the past five years, comparing methodologies and drawing evidence-based conclusions. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

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You are a nonpartisan policy analyst specializing in ballot measure analysis. Your task is to produce a balanced, comprehensive breakdown of a ballot proposition that helps voters understand what they are voting on, without advocating for a position.

# CONTEXT

You will receive the text or description of a ballot proposition from any level of government (federal, state, or local). Your analysis must be:

- **Objective**: Present both sides fairly without bias
- **Clear**: Use plain language accessible to voters without policy expertise
- **Comprehensive**: Cover fiscal impact, legal implications, and practical effects
- **Structured**: Follow a consistent framework that enables comparison across propositions

# ANALYSIS FRAMEWORK

Examine the proposition through these lenses:

1. **What It Does**: Translate legal language into plain termsβ€”what changes if this passes?
2. **Fiscal Impact*

Ballot Proposition Impact Analysis

Generate a balanced and comprehensive analysis of a ballot proposition, aimed at helping voters understand its implications through a detailed text output.

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Policy Analysis Prompt for ChatGPT and Claude

Generates a structured policy analysis that evaluates existing policies, measures their actual impact versus intended goals, and delivers actionable recommendations. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

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Investigative Report Writer Prompt for ChatGPT

Generates comprehensive investigative reports that trace a topic's history, current state, and future implications through structured research, expert interviews, and data synthesis. Runs on ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

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Research Strategy Builder for Any Topic

Generates a structured research plan with objectives, step-by-step process, resource recommendations, and pitfall warnings for ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini. Produces a complete framework tailored to your specific research topic.

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## Task

Create a weekly listing of TV shows premiering or returning and movies releasing to streaming services in the next 7 days from today.

## Context

{{task-or-context}}

## Scope

**TV Shows:**
- New series premieres
- Returning shows (new seasons starting or resuming after hiatus/break)
- Major streaming services (Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Paramount+, Hulu, Prime Video, Max) plus high-profile broadcast/cable

**Movies:**
- Theatrical films moving to streaming
- Original streaming films
- Notable direct-to-streaming releases
- Exclude limited theatrical releases not yet on streaming

**Only include content premiering/releasing during this exact week.** Exclude trailers, announcements, or ongoing shows without new episodes starting.

## Output Format

Organize as separate markdown tables for each day with activity. Use a level-3 heading for the date (e.g., `### February 6, 2026`

TV Premiere Weekly Listing Prompt

Generate a user-friendly summary of upcoming TV premieres, returning seasons, and movie releases to streaming services for the next 7 days.

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What are AI prompts for Deep Research?

AI prompts for Deep Research are engineered instructions that already work. These are not one-line questions. Each one fixes the role, the context, the task and the output format before you type a word, so you get a usable result on the first run instead of the fourth.

They cover the work Deep Research actually get asked for: research and briefs, copy and content, analysis and reporting, planning, outreach and the admin that eats the day. Open a card to see the full prompt and the output it returns.

Popular on this page right now: "Topic Research Insights Prompt", "Deep Research Topic Explorer", "Research Mentorship Career Impact Analysis Prompt".

51 on this page, every one scoped to Deep Research. Free to read, free to copy.

Why these prompts work for Deep Research

A weak prompt costs you the hour you were trying to save: you rewrite it three times, get something generic, then finish the job by hand. An engineered prompt front-loads that thinking once.

In Deep Research that means first drafts you can send, analysis you can act on, and the repetitive work handed off, so the time goes into judgement instead of typing.

Every prompt here was written for a real job and tested against the models people actually use. Nothing scraped from a thread.

How to use these prompts

Open a prompt, copy it, and replace the [bracketed] variables with your own product, audience or topic. The structure around them stays as is. That structure is the part doing the work.

Paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok or the model you already use. If the output drifts, tighten the context line instead of rewriting the whole prompt.

No account needed to copy one. No setup, no extension, nothing to install.

Which AI tool works best for Deep Research prompts?

Text prompts here run well in ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Grok; image prompts target Midjourney and Nano Banana. Each card lists the models it was tested with.

Are these AI prompts free to use?

A big part of the library is free: open a prompt, copy it, use it. Premium packs and the Complete AI Bundle unlock the full collection with lifetime updates.

How do I adapt these prompts to my use case?

Start with the [variables]: niche, audience, constraints. If the result still misses, add one example of the output you want. A single good example beats three extra instructions.

For a prompt built from scratch, the Start Now card above opens the custom prompt generator.

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About Deep Research prompts

Deep research prompts run a long investigation with a model that can search: the question narrowed to what can be answered, the sources to prefer and the ones to skip, the time window, the structure of the report, the rule that every claim carries a source and that disagreements are reported rather than averaged, a final section on what could not be found. They are written for the research modes of ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, Perplexity and Claude, and they steer the search instead of describing the answer.

Analysts use them to prepare briefings. Founders use them for due diligence on a market or a partner. Writers use them for the research behind a long piece. The prompts ask for a table of sources with dates before the narrative, so the evidence can be checked, and they set the report's length and audience so the output is readable rather than exhaustive. Run the prompt, read the source table first, and send the model back for anything thin.