1
The workflow in context
Research workflows need traceable organization for sources, hypotheses, and synthesis notes across long-running topics.
2
Common friction points
Where friction appears
- Source notes and interpretation notes get mixed.
- Topic boundaries blur as references increase.
- Retrieving evidence for one claim takes too long.
3
Recommended structure
Use hierarchy by domain, then research question, then evidence type so each note has a clear role in the pipeline.
4
A practical workflow
Collect references in source branches, summarize findings in synthesis branches, and link open questions to next-step experiment labels.
5
Keep the system maintainable
Split branches once a question exceeds manageable depth, and preserve a stable top-level taxonomy for continuity across projects.