By the end of the teaching series, participants will be able to develop a clear and precise research question, setting the groundwork for an effective systematic review and meta-analysis.

Participants will learn to write an effective research protocol, including the formulation of stringent inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the quality and relevance of included studies.

Attendees will acquire the skills to design a comprehensive search strategy that encompasses numerous databases with varying scope and content to maximize the identification of potential studies for inclusion.

The learners will be trained in appropriate screening methods and risk of bias assessment techniques to accurately evaluate the validity and reliability of the selected studies.

Participants will learn how to correctly extract and synthesize data, perform meta-analysis, interpret results, and write a comprehensive research paper ready for professional publication. They will be equipped with knowledge for referencing and formatting their paper according to standard norms.