Literature Review Assistant
Structure a literature review with theme synthesis and gap analysis.
Assist me with a literature review on {topic} for a {paper_type}.
Phase 1 - Mapping:
List the main research themes, the key papers per theme (name, year, method, finding), and the current debates.
Phase 2 - Synthesis:
For each theme, synthesize: what the field agrees on, what it disagrees on, and the evidence quality.
Phase 3 - Gaps:
Identify 3-5 research gaps and why they matter.
Phase 4 - Structure:
Propose a review structure (sections with subsections) with a suggested word allocation.
I will provide my paper notes after Phase 1, so list what notes you need from me.Customize This Prompt
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Example Input
topic: transformer models for medical imaging, paper_type: thesis chapter
Example Output
A themed literature map, synthesis of agreements/disagreements per theme, prioritized research gaps, and a proposed structure with word allocation.
Why This Prompt Works
The 4-phase chain builds a review methodically, and asking what notes are needed forces you to gather the right evidence for synthesis.
Tips for Best Results
- Provide paper notes to ground the synthesis in real sources.
- Ask the model to separate your claims from cited findings.
- Use the gap analysis to justify your own contribution.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the model invent papers it has not seen.
- Skipping the evidence-quality check.
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