# Research Report Template ## Title - Report title - Date - Author or team (optional) ## Executive Summary - 3-6 bullets, each supported by evidence - Include top conclusions and implications ## Research Question and Scope - Primary question - Scope boundaries (what is included and excluded) - Time range and geography ## Methodology - Data sources used - Search strategy and inclusion criteria - Limitations and known gaps ## Key Findings - 5-10 findings, each with citations ## Analysis ### Section 1: [Theme] - Structured paragraphs with citations - If comparative, include a table ### Section 2: [Theme] - Structured paragraphs with citations ### Section 3: [Theme] - Structured paragraphs with citations ## Risks and Limitations - Data gaps - Conflicting sources - Uncertainty ranges ## Recommendations (If requested) - Actionable recommendations tied to findings - Each recommendation cites evidence ## Appendix A: Evidence Table - Table mapping claims to sources ## Appendix B: Sources - Full citations or links