Research · · verified August 10, 2026
Research Claim Register Design
A compact design for tracking article claims, sources, owners, and verification status.
Key stats
- Every material claim needs a source, status, and responsible reviewer.
- A claim register makes updates smaller because dependencies are visible.
- Source count alone does not prove claim coverage.
Key takeaways
- Register numbers and strong recommendations first.
- Keep source links beside the claims they support.
- Close every pending row before publication.
Register design
Use the content evidence matrix for claims as a companion control. Record claim text, location, source, extraction date, confidence, and reviewer.
| Field | Purpose | Minimum value |
|---|---|---|
| Claim | What is asserted | Exact wording |
| Source | Why it is supported | Primary link |
| Status | What remains | Verified or pending |
| Owner | Who closes it | Named person |
Methodology and limitations
This model synthesizes public research, statistics, search, security, privacy, and accessibility guidance. It supports editorial review and is not a statistical confidence framework.
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FAQs
What belongs in the register?
Include claims that could change a reader's decision, especially figures, comparisons, dates, and causal statements.
Can a paragraph have one source?
Yes, when the source supports the whole paragraph. Otherwise split the claims and map them separately.
Sources
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