Foundations of Evidence Synthesis for Postgrads (In-Person)

This one day in-person workshop will introduce postgrads to evidence synthesis methods and why they matter. *If your type of ticket is sold out, please join the waitlist or contact us at [email protected] Background An understanding of evidence synthesis is important for postgraduate students. Aim To introduce evidence synthesis methods and why they matter. Objectives: This workshop introduces the steps of evidence synthesis. Learning outcomes At the end of this course, participants will understand the principles of · Different types and modes of evidence synthesis · Formulating a research question · Developing and registering a protocol · Developing and running a comprehensive search strategy · Screening citations · Data extraction · Data synthesis · Critical appraisal Risk of bias assessment · Certainty of evidence · Qualitative evidence synthesis (QES) · Report writing · Rapid reviews Teaching strategies The workshop will consist of a mixture of short presentations and discussion. Facilitators Dr. Linda Biesty Associate Professor in Midwifery, School of Nursing, Midwifery & Evidence Science University of Galway Dr. KM Saif-Ur-Rahman Director, Ireland GRADE Network Evidence Synthesis Methods Lead, Evidence Synthesis Ireland and Cochrane Ireland University of Galway Dr. Paula Byrne Post-Doctoral Researcher, Evidence Synthesis Ireland and Cochrane Ireland University of Galway