Understanding Synthesis

When you run research with multiple providers, Parallect produces a synthesis report -- a single, unified document that combines insights from all providers into one coherent answer.

What you get

The synthesis report is designed to save you from reading multiple separate answers. Instead of comparing reports side by side, you get:

• One narrative that covers the key findings from all providers
• Inline citations so you can trace any claim back to its source
• Highlighted agreements and disagreements between providers, so you know what's well-established vs. what's debated
• Follow-on suggestions -- questions that came up during research that could deepen your understanding

How to read a synthesis

Start with the executive summary at the top for the high-level answer. If you need more depth, read through the detailed analysis sections. When something feels important or uncertain, check the citations to see the original sources.

If providers disagreed on something, the synthesis calls it out rather than silently picking one side. Look for sections discussing contested findings or different perspectives -- these are often the most valuable parts of the report.

When synthesis matters most

Synthesis is most useful when you run two or more providers. A single-provider run still gives you a polished report, but the real value of synthesis comes from reconciling different perspectives and catching blind spots that any one provider might have.

Related reading

• Viewing research results -- how to navigate the results view
• Choosing providers -- which provider combinations work well together