Research Search (structured fact-check + numerical)
search_researchStructured fact-check + numerical research via Perplexity Sonar Reasoning Pro (Gateway-routed). Returns synthesized answer text plus structured sources[] with direct URLs to primary sources.
Use for: specific numerical claims with methodology context, fact-check against primary sources, effect sizes + confidence intervals, earnings transcripts / SEC filings / research papers.
Per Phase 3.5 empirical A/B: 2-3× cheaper than sonar-pro with comparable or better quality on structured research. Real Meta IR press releases + earnings transcripts on Desk. 17 cites on Quant.
NOT for: Reddit/X/community → use search_community. NOT for: broad topic landscapes → use search.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| query | Yes | Research query. Phrase as a precise factual question — what number, what claim, what methodology. The research agent has already decomposed the brief; this is one focused query. | |
| recency_filter | No | Limit results to content published within this window. Use for recent earnings, recent regulatory filings, recent industry reports. | |
| search_domain_filter | No | Restrict to these domains (e.g. ["investor.atmeta.com", "sec.gov"]). Use when triangulating against known T1 sources or specific authoritative publications. |