Interested in conducting a review but not sure where to start? The NIH Library’s Evidence Synthesis Service supports your work through expert-led classes and personalized, one-to-one consultations.
Classes
Classes cover the major types of evidence synthesis reviews and their required methodologies. Note: HHS staff must sign into the HHS Digital Library with their PIV card before registering for classes.
- Introduction to the Systematic Review Process
May 5, 1:00–2:00 pm - How to Conduct a Scoping Review
May 12, 1:00–2:00 pm - How to Conduct a Rapid Review
May 19, 1:00–2:00 pm - How to Conduct an Umbrella Review
May 21, 1:00–2:00 pm - Developing and Disseminating Your Review Protocol
July 7, 1:00–2:00 pm - Conducting the Screening Step of Your Review
July 14, 1:00–2:30 pm - Conducting the Risk of Bias Step in Your Review
July 21, 1:00–2:30 pm - Writing and Publishing Your Review
July 28, 1:00–2:00 pm
Services
Looking for personalized assistance with your research or help supporting your reviews? Contact us to get help. NIH Librarians are experienced in evidence synthesis reviews and are available to support you at every step of your review, including:
- Selecting the type of review to conduct
- Formulating the research question
- Writing and disseminating the protocol
- Conducting a literature search
- Setting up Covidence for screening and data collection
- Assisting with manuscript writing
Covidence: Evidence Synthesis Software
For researchers conducting evidence syntheses, Covidence software offers a reliable and efficient way to manage complex review workflows from start to finish. Covidence is an online platform that streamlines the creation of high-quality reviews (e.g., systematic, scoping, literature, etc.) Request access through the NIH Library software request form.
For questions about classes, services, or resources, email the NIH Library.