Research Resources

Tools, guidelines, and archives for serious investigation of unexplained phenomena

Citation Guidelines

Standards for sourcing and referencing evidence

Credibility Framework

How we evaluate and rate evidence

Research Tools

Resources for investigation and analysis

Document Archives

Access to official and declassified documents

Citation Guidelines

Proper citation is essential for maintaining credibility and enabling verification. Follow these standards when contributing content:

Required Information

  • Source Type: Official document, video, radar data, witness testimony, etc.
  • Date: When the incident occurred or document was created
  • Location: Geographic coordinates or detailed location
  • Primary Source: Link to original document, video, or official statement
  • Secondary Sources: Additional corroborating evidence
  • Credibility Assessment: Classification based on our framework

Example Citation Format

USS Nimitz Encounter (2004)
Date: November 14, 2004
Location: 100 miles southwest of San Diego, Pacific Ocean (Coordinates: 32.0°N, 117.5°W)
Evidence Type: FLIR Video, Radar Data, Pilot Testimony
Primary Source: U.S. Department of Defense (Released April 27, 2020)
Secondary Sources: New York Times investigation (December 2017), Commander David Fravor testimony
Credibility: Verified
Reference Links: [DoD Release] [NYT Article] [Congressional Hearing]

Credibility Assessment Framework

Understanding how we evaluate evidence:

Level Criteria Examples
Verified Multiple official sources, documented evidence, peer-reviewed Pentagon UAP videos, declassified documents
High Credible witnesses, supporting data, official investigation Military encounters with radar confirmation
Medium Reasonable evidence, multiple witnesses, some gaps Civilian sightings with photo/video evidence
Contested Disputed evidence, conflicting accounts Historical cases with limited documentation
Speculative Theoretical, minimal evidence, unverified Hypotheses, unconfirmed reports

Research Tools

Data Analysis Tools

  • NUFORC Database

    National UFO Reporting Center - Comprehensive sighting database

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  • MUFON Case Files

    Mutual UFO Network - Investigated cases and reports

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Official Document Archives

  • The Black Vault

    FOIA requests and declassified government documents

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  • CIA Freedom of Information Act Library

    Declassified CIA documents and reports

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Scientific Resources

Key Document Collections

Essential archives for UAP and unexplained phenomena research:

Project Blue Book

U.S. Air Force's systematic study of UFOs (1952-1969). Contains 12,618 sighting reports.

12,618 documents • U.S. Air Force Access Archive

AARO Reports

All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office reports and congressional briefings.

Updated quarterly • Pentagon Access Archive

FOIA Releases

Declassified documents obtained through Freedom of Information Act requests.

3,847 documents • Various agencies Access Archive

Official UAP Videos

Pentagon-released and authenticated UAP encounter videos.

7 videos • DoD authenticated Access Archive

Research Best Practices

1

Verify Sources

Always check the original source. Be wary of second-hand accounts without verification.

2

Cross-Reference

Compare multiple sources. Look for corroboration and note discrepancies.

3

Consider Context

Evaluate the time period, circumstances, and potential biases of sources.

4

Document Everything

Keep detailed records of sources, dates, and evidence chains.

5

Remain Objective

Follow evidence wherever it leads. Avoid confirmation bias.

6

Acknowledge Uncertainty

It's okay to say "unknown." Not all questions have immediate answers.