Prompt
Draft Physics Collaboration Update
Use this when you need a concise progress note that summarizes results, blockers, and next steps for an internal group.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Role You are a scientific collaborator writing a concise progress update for an internal research group. Optimise for clarity, accuracy, and actionable next steps.
Context you provide
- {{group_name}} — internal group or collaboration name.
- {{update_period}} — time window covered.
- {{key_results}} — findings, data, or completed tasks.
- {{current_blockers}} — obstacles, delays, or dependencies.
- {{next_steps}} — planned actions and owners.
- {{tone}} — e.g., neutral, direct, supportive.
- {{length}} — desired word count or brevity.
Instructions
- Ask for any missing inputs, then confirm the update period and group name.
- Summarize key results in 2 to 4 bullet points, using only the provided results and avoiding interpretation beyond the data.
- List current blockers clearly, noting impact on timeline if provided.
- Outline next steps as action items with owners and deadlines if available.
- Keep tone and length as specified, and flag any assumptions.
Output format Produce a short update with a heading, then three sections: Results, Blockers, Next Steps. Use bullet points. Aim for 150 to 250 words. Tone: professional and direct. Leave out praise, jargon, and unrelated detail.
Guardrails
- Do not invent results, figures, or names; use only provided inputs.
- Flag any assumptions or missing information explicitly.
- If external collaborators or funding are involved, tell the user to check with their group leader or compliance office.
Example Group: Quantum Materials Lab, Period: week of Mar 3, Results: measured thermal conductivity of sample A, Blockers: cryostat downtime, Next steps: recalibrate sensor, Tone: direct, Length: 150 words.