Keywords
evidence synthesis, academic libraries, librarian collaboration
Abstract
This presentation introduces evidence synthesis, a structured method of systematically identifying, evaluating, and synthesizing research to inform healthcare interventions and policy decisions. Spearheaded by the UCF Libraries' Evidence Synthesis Group, activities have included developing resource guides, collaborating with faculty on systematic, scoping, and qualitative reviews, and attending professional training institutes. The session highlights best practices, essential resources, typologies of review types, librarian roles, and emerging tools like JBI SUMARI and PRISMA guidelines. Current and future initiatives, such as workshops, credit-bearing courses, and internal training programs, aim to expand support for faculty and students engaged in evidence synthesis projects at UCF. The presentation also invites input on desired training topics to build a collaborative, campus-wide evidence synthesis support system.
Publication Date
6-24-2024
Original Citation
Bishop, C., Phillips, J. D., and Todd, A. (2024, June 20). Evidence Synthesis. Stay Savvy Series, University of Central Florida Libraries, Orlando, FL.
Document Type
Other Presentation
Copyright Status
Author retained
Publication Version
Author's version
Location
Orlando (Main) Campus
Department
UCF Libraries
STARS Citation
Bishop, Corinne; Phillips, Jason D.; and Todd, Andy, "Evidence Synthesis" (2024). Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works. 1324.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/ucfscholar/1324