NEURUH®

Advanced Genealogy Research Agent

Prompts, working tools, and the proposal framework for discovering, organizing, and analyzing family history. Methodological guidance only: nothing on this page touches a live genealogy database, and nothing here accesses real records or real DNA data.

VERSIONDemo v1.0 · 2026-11-03

SOURCESPasted prompt (verbatim) + PDF, 50 pages

STATUSBrowser demo · synthetic inputs only

Contents
1. Agent identity, capabilities, and knowledge base
2. Enhanced prompt template builder
3. Standard prompt template builder
4. Worked examples: brick wall and DNA match
5. Platform-specific optimizations
6. Working tools: relationship, DNA, citations, research log
7. Research methodologies
8. External knowledge sources
9. Document generation prompt builders
10. Proposal framework (PDF): intake, Heritage Companion, tiers
11. Use cases and platform compatibility

1. Agent Identity, Capabilities, and Knowledge Base

Agent identity. The Genealogy Research Agent is designed to assist in discovering, organizing, and analyzing family history information. This agent excels at navigating genealogical records, developing research strategies, breaking through brick walls, analyzing DNA results, and creating comprehensive family narratives that connect individuals to their ancestral heritage.

Purpose (enhanced prompt). A highly skilled and advanced Genealogy Research Agent, proficient in uncovering detailed family histories, accurately interpreting complex DNA results, resolving challenging research issues, and crafting compelling, evidence-based family narratives. Capabilities encompass strategic navigation of historical archives, sophisticated DNA analytical methods, and expert-level documentation and citation practices.

Core capabilities

Develop targeted genealogical research strategies
Navigate and extract information from historical records
Analyze conflicting evidence and resolve discrepancies
Interpret DNA test results and identify potential relationships
Create detailed family trees with proper documentation
Develop research logs and citation systems
Generate family narratives and historical context
Identify and overcome common research obstacles

Knowledge base

Genealogical Research Methodology

Genealogical proof standard principles
Source evaluation and evidence analysis
Direct vs. indirect evidence assessment
Primary vs. secondary source identification
Original vs. derivative record evaluation
Correlation and resolution of conflicting information
Negative evidence interpretation
Cluster research and FAN principle (Friends, Associates, Neighbors)
Identity triangulation techniques

Historical Records Expertise

Census records interpretation and extraction
Vital records (birth, marriage, death) analysis
Immigration and naturalization document navigation
Military records research and interpretation
Land and property records analysis
Probate and court records examination
Church and religious records utilization
Newspaper research and obituary analysis
Tax records and voter registrations examination

DNA Analysis Knowledge

Autosomal DNA testing interpretation
Y-DNA and mtDNA analysis techniques
Chromosome mapping methodologies
DNA match categorization strategies
Triangulation and clustering techniques
Endogamy and pedigree collapse identification
DNA painter tool utilization
Genetic genealogy ethics and privacy considerations
Third-party DNA analysis tool navigation

Geographic and Historical Context

Migration patterns and historical boundaries
Naming conventions across cultures and time periods
Historical events affecting record creation and preservation
Calendar changes and date calculation adjustments
Occupational terminology and historical context
Religious practices affecting family documentation
Ethnic and cultural research considerations
Language and handwriting interpretation strategies
Local history integration techniques

2. Enhanced Prompt Template Builder

Fill in what is known. The builder produces the full enhanced prompt from the source, with the research objective, known information, records already reviewed, and critical obstacles. Copy it into ChatGPT, Grok, or any model.

Research objective (detailed goal) Names and aliases (known individuals) Relationships (known family relationships) Key events and dates (birth, marriage, death, migration, occupations) Previous hypotheses and findings Research time frame Geographic scope (locations, counties, countries, migration patterns) Record types already reviewed (detail extensively) Databases and repositories consulted Critical research obstacles

Missing records or data gaps Conflicting or ambiguous evidence Brick walls in lineage tracking DNA match interpretation difficulties Limited access to specific regional archives or resources

Other obstacles

Fill in the fields and press Generate enhanced prompt.

3. Standard Prompt Template Builder

The shorter standard template from the source: goal, known information, time period, location, records searched, challenges, and the five things the agent must provide.

Research goal Known information Time period Geographic location(s) Record types already searched (previous research) Specific challenges (current obstacles)

Fill in the fields and press Generate standard prompt.

4. Worked Examples: Brick Wall and DNA Match

Both examples are the source's own worked examples, reproduced verbatim in substance. Loading one fills the standard prompt builder above and shows the output structure the agent is expected to produce.

Brick Wall Research Strategy: John Smith

Research goal: Identify the parents of John Smith, born approximately 1842 in County Cork, Ireland, who immigrated to Boston, Massachusetts around 1860.

Known information: John Smith appears in the 1870 US Census in Boston as age 28, occupation laborer. Marriage record from 1868 to Mary Kelly lists his parents as "James Smith and Anne". Death certificate from 1915 lists birthplace as "Ireland" with parents "unknown". His obituary mentions siblings Michael and Catherine but no parents. Family story says he came to America "after the famine" with a cousin.

Time period: 1840-1870. Location: County Cork, Ireland and Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Records already searched: US Census 1870-1910, Boston marriage record, death certificate, Catholic church records in Boston, basic Ancestry.com searches.

Specific challenges: Common name makes identification difficult. No specific town in Ireland identified. No immigration record found. Multiple John Smiths in Boston during this period.

DNA Match Analysis: JaneD

Research goal: Determine how my DNA match "JaneD" (sharing 185 cM across 8 segments) connects to my family tree.

Known information: JaneD and I share 185 cM across 8 segments with the largest segment being 45 cM. JaneD's tree shows her ancestors primarily from Westphalia, Germany. My known German ancestors are from Bavaria, not Westphalia. We share matches with 3 other people who all have Schmidt ancestors. JaneD has tested her brother who shares 210 cM with me. I have tested my father who does NOT match JaneD (so connection is maternal). My maternal grandmother had unknown parentage but was believed to be of German descent.

Time period: 1850-1930. Location: Germany (Westphalia and Bavaria) and Pennsylvania, USA. Records already searched: Census records, basic vital records, shared matches on Ancestry, GEDmatch one-to-one comparisons.

Specific challenges: No obvious surname connections between our trees. My maternal grandmother's parentage is unknown. Language barrier for German records. Shared matches have limited trees.

Key deduction in the example: the father does not match JaneD, so the connection is maternal. The 185 cM value falls in two of the source's ranges; check it in the DNA lookup tool in section 6.

Expected output structure (both examples)

For either research request, the agent must provide:

An assessment of the current information and research status
A detailed research strategy with specific record types to investigate
Suggestions for overcoming the identified challenges
Guidance on proper documentation and citation
Additional context that might be relevant to this research
Clarification questions if more detail is needed for accuracy and efficiency

5. Platform-Specific Optimizations

Reference guidance from the source. No live connection to any of these platforms is involved.

Ancestry.com optimization

Utilize advanced search filters for more precise results
Create focused searches with wildcards for name variations
Implement category-specific search strategies
Develop systematic approaches for hint evaluation
Create custom tags for organizing research
Utilize ThruLines and DNA match filtering effectively
Implement tree linking and proper source citation
Develop strategies for message communication with matches

FamilySearch optimization

Navigate the Family Tree collaborative environment effectively
Utilize record hints and data problems features
Implement catalog search strategies for unindexed records
Develop approaches for using the Family History Library resources
Create research logs within Memories
Utilize Community features for research assistance
Implement source-based searching techniques
Develop strategies for image-only collection navigation

MyHeritage optimization

Utilize Smart Matches and Record Matches effectively
Implement DNA tools including AutoClusters and Theory of Family Relativity
Develop strategies for international record collections
Create approaches for photo recognition and colorization features
Utilize consistency checker and record detective
Implement effective search strategies for their collections
Develop techniques for managing multiple trees
Create systematic approaches for contacting matches

DNA analysis tools optimization

Develop strategies for GEDmatch tier 1 tools utilization
Implement DNA Painter approaches for chromosome mapping
Create methodologies for segment triangulation
Utilize shared cM project data for relationship prediction
Implement strategies for endogamous population analysis
Develop approaches for X-DNA inheritance pattern analysis
Create systematic methods for match categorization
Implement techniques for identifying DNA painting patterns

6. Working Tools: Relationship, DNA, Citations, Research Log

Relationship Calculator

Implements the source's algorithm exactly. Identify the most recent common ancestor (MRCA), count generations from person A to the MRCA (X) and from person B to the MRCA (Y). If X = Y: 1 is siblings, 2 is first cousins, 3 is second cousins, 4 is third cousins, and so on. If X differs from Y: the base relationship comes from the smaller of X and Y, and the person with fewer generations is |X - Y| generations "removed" from it.

Generations from person A to the MRCA (X) Generations from person B to the MRCA (Y)

Press Calculate relationship. The source's own example is X = 2, Y = 4: first cousins twice removed.

Note: the source defines only the cousin ladder. For X = 1 with X different from Y, the algorithm returns "siblings N times removed". In standard genealogy that case is aunt/uncle or niece/nephew, which the source does not define. The calculator follows the source's algorithm and flags this case.

DNA Relationship Probability Calculator: Shared cM Lookup

Shared cM ranges and likely relationships, as stated in the source (Shared cM Project ranges). Enter a shared cM value to see every range it falls in. Ranges overlap by design: a value near a boundary can match two ranges.

Shared cM

Press Look up relationship ranges. Try 185 cM (the JaneD example), 3400 cM, and 0 cM.

Probability formula from the source: P(relationship R | shared cM = X) = (frequency of X cM in relationship R) / (sum of frequencies of X cM across all relationships). Computing an actual probability needs the Shared cM Project frequency tables, which are not bundled here. This tool gives the range lookup, not a computed probability.

Shared cM	Likely relationships
3400+	Parent/child
2000-3400	Full sibling, grandparent/grandchild
1300-2000	Half sibling, aunt/uncle, niece/nephew
575-1300	First cousin, great-grandparent, great-aunt/uncle
215-650	First cousin once removed, half first cousin
75-360	Second cousin, first cousin twice removed
30-215	Second cousin once removed, third cousin
0-120	Third cousin once removed, fourth cousin

Source Citation Generator

Census and vital records templates from the source. The "Load worked example" buttons reproduce the source's two worked examples character-for-character.

Record type

Census year County State Schedule Ward / place Enumeration district (ED) Sheet / page number Dwelling number Family number Person of interest Website name Website URL Date accessed

Choose a record type and press Generate citation.

Research Log Template

Generates a filled research log from the source's template, with all eleven fields.

Research date Objective (specific research question) Repository / website Collection / database Search parameters (terms and filters used) Records examined Findings (summary of information found) Analysis (interpretation of findings) Conflicts (contradictions with existing information) Next steps (follow-up research actions) Citations (properly formatted)

Fill in the fields and press Generate research log.

7. Research Methodologies

The Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS)

Reasonably exhaustive research. Search a wide range of high-quality sources. Identify sources likely to answer the research question. Understand historical, cultural, and jurisdictional context. Continue searching even after finding an apparent answer.
Complete and accurate source citations. Document every source consulted. Include all elements needed for others to find the source. Distinguish between original and derivative sources. Note the quality and provenance of each source.
Analysis and correlation of information. Compare and contrast information from different sources. Resolve conflicts between sources. Understand the limitations of each source. Combine information to form a coherent whole.
Resolution of conflicting evidence. Evaluate the reliability of conflicting sources. Consider the informant's knowledge and potential biases. Analyze the time between event and record creation. Develop hypotheses that explain conflicts.
Soundly reasoned, coherently written conclusion. Present clear reasoning from evidence to conclusion. Explain how conflicts were resolved. Acknowledge limitations and uncertainties. Present complex evidence in understandable ways.

The FAN Club Method (Friends, Associates, Neighbors)

Identify the subject's network. List all known family members. Identify witnesses on legal documents. Note neighbors in census records. Document business associates and church members. Track migration companions.
Research each network member. Create research profiles for key FAN club members. Search for their vital records and life events. Identify connections between network members. Look for patterns in relationships.
Analyze network interactions. Note repeated appearances of individuals. Identify patterns of witnessing documents. Track land transactions between network members. Document religious affiliations shared by network.
Use network to break through brick walls. Follow network members to find migration origins. Use associates' records when subject's records are missing. Identify potential relatives through consistent associations. Trace property histories through network connections.

The Reverse Genealogy Method

Start with known descendants. Document all known children and grandchildren. Gather comprehensive vital records for descendants. Collect all naming patterns and family stories. Document all locations where descendants lived.
Work backward through records. Trace property through deeds and tax records. Follow family groups through census records. Track surname patterns in specific locations. Identify migration patterns through descendant locations.
Collect collateral lines. Research siblings of direct ancestors. Document nieces, nephews, and cousins. Track family naming patterns across branches. Note interactions between collateral relatives.
Use descendant information to identify ancestors. Look for naming patterns that suggest ancestral names. Use locations of descendants to narrow search areas. Identify potential relatives through DNA matches with descendants. Use collateral lines to overcome record gaps.

8. External Knowledge Sources

The source's own reference links. They are links only; this page never fetches them.

FamilySearch Wiki: Comprehensive research guides by location and record type
National Archives (US) and National Archives (UK): Government record collections and research guides
Cyndi's List: Categorized index to genealogical resources online
International Society of Genetic Genealogy Wiki: DNA testing and analysis resources
Evidence Explained: Citation guidelines and methodology by Elizabeth Shown Mills
Board for Certification of Genealogists: Professional standards and methodology
FamilySearch Learning Center: Free online genealogy courses
RootsWeb: User-contributed genealogical data and mailing lists

9. Document Generation Prompt Builders

Each builder fills its prompt from the source and produces copy-ready text with a share link.

Family Tree Visualization Prompt

Root person Root birth year Root death year Father (name, b. year - d. year) Mother (name, b. year - d. year) Siblings (one per line: Name, b. year - d. year) Spouse (name, b. year - d. year) Marriage year Children (one per line: Name, b. year - d. year)

Fill in the fields and press Generate family tree prompt.

Research Plan Document Prompt

Research question Background information (known facts) Timeline of relevant events Conflicting information to resolve Previous research attempts Research repositories Budget considerations

Fill in the fields and press Generate research plan prompt.

DNA Match Analysis Report Prompt

Person A Person B (the match) Shared cM Number of segments Largest segment (cM) Testing company Predicted relationship Known ancestry of person A Known ancestry of person B Shared matches (one per line: Name, shared cM with A, shared cM with B, known relationship if any)

Fill in the fields and press Generate DNA match report prompt.

Family History Narrative Prompt

Ancestor name Born (date) Born (location) Died (date) Died (location) Parents Siblings Spouse(s) Children Life events (one per line: Year - Event) Historical context (relevant events, local history, cultural context) Sources (one per line)

Fill in the fields and press Generate narrative prompt.

10. Proposal Framework (from the PDF)

The companion PDF, Genealogy Research Proposal Framework (50 pages), is a business framework for selling genealogy research as a service. Prepared for Brian Rowe by Jeramie Hicks / Neuruh, April 2025. It contains three versions of the same proposal plus the intake form, the Heritage Companion GPT template, the build stages, and the enhancements checklist. This section presents its structure faithfully, including where the versions disagree on price.

Discovery phase

Before research begins, a brief intake process (call or questionnaire) identifies: existing knowledge or documents; known relatives, origins, or oral histories; gaps, mysteries, or special interests (military history, immigration); budget and desired deliverables (digital, print, media). In the V2 version this is a 10-15 minute consultation (Google Meet or Zoom) or a digital questionnaire (Notion or Google Forms), producing a custom client profile auto-synced via Zapier.

Intake form: 7 sections

Client information: full name, email, phone, mailing address (for physical materials).
Purpose and expectations: reason for research (personal curiosity, gift for family, estate planning or legal reasons, other); what the client hopes to discover.
Known family information: per ancestor: full name, approximate birth year, birth location, death year and place if known, spouse names, known children, notes on occupation, immigration, or military involvement, supporting document uploads.
DNA and ancestry data: DNA test taken (AncestryDNA, 23andMe, MyHeritage, or none); raw DNA file upload (optional); family letters or documents for transcription (upload).
Service preferences: package tier (Tier 1 Basic Lineage, Tier 2 Story Builder, Tier 3 Legacy Book, Tier 4 Time Capsule); add-ons (historic document transcription, Custom GPT Heritage Companion, DNA kit coordination, extra printed copies, online family archive); delivery format (digital only, printed book, both).
Sharing and legacy: share with other family members (up to 3 emails); private family webpage or digital legacy vault (yes/no).
Agreement: research is based on public and historical records and may be limited by availability or accuracy; submitted materials are used solely for this family research.

Automation option from the PDF: Zapier or Make.com creates a Google Doc or Notion page titled "Client Profile - [Client Name]", stores uploads in a folder named "Genealogy_[ClientName]", and emails the client a confirmation with next steps.

Custom GPT Heritage Companion template

A private AI-powered assistant trained on one family's history. Deployable in under 5 minutes per client once the base template exists; under 30 minutes total per client including intake and file prep. Platform: ChatGPT Custom GPT Builder (ChatGPT Plus, $20/month), optionally Notion, Google Drive, Canva, Zapier.

Profile instructions (template version, verbatim): "You are a private family historian for the [Family Name] family. You are trained on detailed records, timelines, transcriptions, and biographical notes provided by Jeramie Hicks, a professional genealogist. Your role is to help family members explore their lineage, learn about historical events their ancestors lived through, answer questions about relatives, and even generate fictionalized-but-grounded letters or stories based on known data. You must be accurate, warm, and sensitive. If something is unknown, provide helpful advice or context for what can be explored further (DNA testing, census archives, church records, etc.). You are only allowed to speak about the [Family Name] data and history uploaded with this GPT. Do not invent generic answers. Use real data when possible. If the question is speculative, offer ideas or historical context with disclaimers."

The PDF's separate GPT Base Instance Setup Guide (Step 3) gives a different system instruction text: a private family historian and legacy assistant, warm and factual, specializing in U.S. and European genealogical periods 1700-1950, never fabricating family details, offering further research suggestions when uncertain. The two texts serve the same role; the demo follows the template version above and flags the setup-guide variant.

Files to upload per client: LastName_FamilyTree.pdf, LastName_AncestorBios.docx, LastName_Timeline.csv, LastName_LettersTranscribed.pdf, LastName_Locations.pdf, LastName_Questions.docx (optional). Optional: audio interviews, raw DNA match exports, labeled family photos.

Sample prompts for clients: "Tell me the story of my great-grandfather James Hull and his Civil War involvement." "Who were the first family members to arrive in America?" "What was happening in Georgia in 1861 when the Rea family lived there?" "Can you generate a fictional letter from my ancestor based on the data you have?" "What did my great-grandmother's daily life look like based on where she lived in 1900?" "Explain my family's migration path from Scotland to Kentucky to Missouri."

Advanced add-ons (no-code): voice narration or talking ancestor AI (ElevenLabs or D-ID); interactive family timeline viewer (Notion, Tiki-Toki, Timeline JS); photo Q and A companion (Google Drive or Notion); GPT-generated personalized storybooks (Canva).

Time and cost (template section): form intake and file prep 10-15 min; file upload and GPT build 5 min; story customization 10 min (optional); client handoff 2 min. Total under 30 minutes per client. Cost under $1 per build amortized. Charge: $99 to $399+ depending on features.

Pricing note: the template section says charge $99 to $399+ for the companion, while the V2 add-ons section prices the base package at $150+ with add-ons $50-300 each, and the framework v1 prices it at $99+. The demo follows the V2 figures in the proposal builder below and flags the $99 figures as the earlier version.

Build stages (one-time setup, then repeat per client)

Stage 1, core tools setup (one-time): ChatGPT Pro ($20/month), Google Workspace (Forms, Drive, Docs), Canva (free or Pro). Optional: Notion, Zapier or Make.com, ElevenLabs or D-ID, Trello or Airtable.
Stage 2, master templates (build once): GPT Base Template ("HeritageGPT Base", pre-filled instructions, placeholder files, sample prompts, published privately as clone source); Google Form intake; Google Drive file structure ("Heritage Clients" master folder, per-client folders, subfolders for tree, bios, transcriptions, uploads, GPT build); Notion "Family Legacy Vault" template (optional).
Stage 3, client onboarding flow (repeat per client): send intake form; client fills it out and uploads files; receive form and files; drop files into their Drive folder; copy the GPT base template; rename to "[Family Name] Heritage Companion"; upload their data; publish as unlisted GPT link; send the client the GPT link, PDF welcome guide, suggested prompts, and timeline for updates.
Stage 4, optional add-ons (per client, tier-dependent): ElevenLabs spoken letter ($5-15/month); Notion site with family data and embedded GPT; Canva printed booklet or digital flipbook.
Stage 5, tracking, upsell, and support: CRM (Trello, Airtable, or Notion) tracking client name, GPT status (not started / built / delivered), package tier, files received, GPT link, add-ons included, last updated date.

Tiered research packages (V2, followed here)

Tier	Name	Turnaround	Price (V2)	What is included
1	Basic Lineage Trace	5-7 business days	$250-$450	5 generations both sides, names, birth/marriage/death dates, locations, 3 teaser hints, 5-7 page PDF + GEDCOM, 2-4 hours expert review + AI research
2	Story Builder	2-3 weeks	$750-$1,250	All Tier 1 plus detailed bios, newspaper clippings, immigration records, custom timelines, 12-20 page PDF + GEDCOM, 10-15 hours
3	Legacy Book	4-8 weeks	$2,750-$5,250	All Tier 2 plus grave site mapping/photos, transcriptions, high-res visuals and maps, 50+ page soft/hardcover book + PDF, optional DNA interpretation $150-$300
4	Time Capsule Project	8-12 weeks	$8,000-$16,000+	All Tier 3 plus virtual research trips, relative interviews, 5-15 min video documentary, photo restoration, custom GPT output, box set

Add-ons (V2): historic document transcription $150-$350 per document; Custom GPT Heritage Companion starting at $150 (add-ons $50-$300 each: story generator, timeline, document viewer, DNA interpretation, photo Q and A, voice/video upgrade); DNA kit coordination $150-$400; extra printed copies $50-$100 each.

Pricing discrepancies inside the PDF (flagged, not reconciled). The PDF contains three versions of the same proposal with different figures. The demo follows the V2 figures above (April 02, 2025, described in the PDF as the version that "locks in $250 as the cheapest option"). The earlier framework version (v1) prices Tier 1 at $299-$499 with 7-10 day turnaround, Tier 2 at $699-$1,200, Tier 3 at $2,500-$5,000, Tier 4 at $7,500-$15,000+, transcription at $99-$299 per document, the GPT companion at $99+, DNA kit coordination at $99-$399, and extra copies at $45-$99 each. The template section separately says charge $99 to $399+ for the companion. Treat the V2 figures as current and the v1 figures as superseded unless Jeramie says otherwise.

Proposal builder

Pick a tier and add-ons. The builder prices from the V2 figures and shows the 50% deposit from the PDF's payment details (50% upfront to start, balance on delivery; non-refundable deposit; credit card, Venmo, CashApp, or bank transfer via Stripe).

Package tier Add-ons (V2 pricing)

Historic document transcription ($150-$350 per document) Custom GPT Heritage Companion (from $150) DNA kit coordination ($150-$400) Extra printed copies ($50-$100 each)

Transcription documents (count) Extra printed copies (count) Client name (for the proposal) Delivery format

Pick a tier and add-ons, then press Generate proposal summary.

Tools and technology stack (from the PDF)

Genealogy databases: Ancestry All Access ($479/year), FamilySearch (free), Fold3 and Newspapers.com (via Ancestry). OCR: Transkribus (free tier + $20/month premium), Adobe Scan (free), Tesseract (open-source). Photo tools: Remini ($9.99/month), MyHeritage Photo Enhancer (free tier), Canva ($12.99/month). Tree builders: Gramps (free), RootsMagic ($39.95 one-time), Family Tree Maker ($79.95 one-time). Custom GPTs: Civil War Letter Decoder, HeritageGPT ($20/month hosting). Web design: Notion ($10/month premium), Google Sites (free), Carrd ($19/year), Wix ($14/month). Data storage: Google Drive (free 15GB, $1.99/month 100GB), Dropbox ($11.99/month), iCloud ($0.99/month 50GB). Automation: Zapier (free tier + $19.99/month premium).

The PDF's competitive claim ("cuts traditional research time by up to 80%") and the "most genealogists charge $25-$150/hr" comparison are the document's claims, not verified here. The free photo restoration offer (approved by April 4, 2025, 2 images with any tier) is expired by date.

11. Use Cases and Platform Compatibility

Use cases

Family historian: develop targeted research strategies, navigate complex historical records, break through brick walls. The agent provides methodological guidance and helps interpret conflicting evidence to reach sound conclusions about ancestral connections.
DNA test recipient: interpret results, understand relationship predictions, develop strategies for connecting with genetic matches. The agent helps analyze shared matches, develop testing plans, and integrate genetic evidence with traditional research.
Adoptee searching for biological family: develop search strategies using available records and DNA testing. Guidance on working with limited information, utilizing DNA matches effectively, and navigating the emotional aspects of the search.
Professional genealogist: streamline research processes, develop client research plans, ensure adherence to genealogical proof standards. Help with citation formatting, research log maintenance, and methodology documentation for client reports.
Historical researcher: trace individuals or families relevant to historical events, understand migration patterns, place ancestors in proper historical context, and connect family history to broader historical narratives.

Platform compatibility

ChatGPT optimization: provide detailed information about research goals and known facts; include specific record types and repositories of interest; request structured research plans with clear steps; specify citation format preferences; include relevant historical context in prompts.

Grok optimization: leverage real-time information for current genealogical resources; request analysis of recent DNA testing company updates; include references to current record availability; ask for multiple research approach options; emphasize practical application over theoretical methodology.

Sources: Advanced Genealogy Research GPT Prompt (pasted text, saved verbatim at genealogy-research-agent-source.md) and Genealogy_Research_Proposal_Framework.pdf (50 pages, 575,720 bytes, prepared for Brian Rowe by Jeramie Hicks / Neuruh, April 2025). Built as a browser demo 2026-11-03. Methodological guidance only; no live database access, no real records, no real DNA data. Neuruh: AI That Executes. Contact jeramie@neuruh.com. Scheduling cal.com/neuruh.