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Why Linear AI Isn't Built for Real Research
Your thinking is parallel. Your AI should be too. Discover why current AI products force you into serial waiting and how parallel branching changes everything.
By Prismer Team
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Insights, updates, and stories from the Prismer team.
·5 min read
The Deep Research Cost Paradox: More Power ≠ More Expensive
How Prismer achieved 60%+ cost reduction and 2-3x speed improvement in deep research without compromising quality. The secret is redesigning the architecture of research itself.
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·6 min read
The AI Paradox: When ChatGPT's 'Deep Research' Says, 'Sorry, I Can't Help'
Why does AI refuse to help with complex research? Discover the three walls blocking AI deep research and how Prismer.ai overcomes ChatGPT's limitations.
By Prismer Team
·5 min read
How Many Deep Research Queries Per Month? Understanding AI Research Plans
Learn why query limits matter for PhD researchers and how to evaluate AI research subscription plans. Understand the value of deep research queries vs generic AI tools.
By Prismer Team
·6 min read
The Best AI for PhD Research: Moving Beyond Generic Tools
Discover why general-purpose AI falls short for doctoral research and how Prismer AI offers deep research capabilities with fine-grained control for PhD students.
By Prismer Team
·8 min read
Systematic Review vs Literature Review: Key Differences Every Researcher Should Know
Understand the key differences between systematic reviews and literature reviews. Learn when to use each approach and how AI tools can streamline your review process.
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·7 min read
Difference Between a Research Question and a Hypothesis: A Clear Guide
Learn the key differences between research questions and hypotheses. A research question frames exploration while a hypothesis predicts outcomes. Essential guide for PhD students and researchers.
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·8 min read
Tools for Literature Review for a PhD Student: The Complete 2025 Guide
A curated list of the best tools for literature review in 2025, from AI-native research studios to reference managers, visualization tools, and systematic review platforms.
By Prismer Team
·7 min read
Methods vs Methodology: A Deep Dive for Researchers
Understanding the fundamental distinction between methods and methodology is crucial for designing rigorous research. Learn the philosophy (why) vs tools (how) of research design.
By Prismer Team
·5 min read
Introducing Prismer: Research That Understands You
Research is hard. Not because finding information is difficult — there's too much of it. We built Prismer to help you ask better questions and navigate research with AI-powered auto-suggestions that evolve with you.
By Prismer Team
·6 min read
What is a Literature Review? The Cornerstone of Academic Research
A literature review analyzes and synthesizes existing literature relevant to a central research question. Learn the three main functions: clarifying contributions, providing theoretical framework, and establishing rationale.
By Prismer Team