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Critically exploring AI for a literature search: library project outcomes
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Upcoming events
Search Strategies for Systematic and Scoping Reviews
24 July 2026
During this workshop we will discuss the requirements a search strategy for a systematic or scoping review should meet and ... Read More
Evaluating & Increasing Research Impact
13 August 2026
As research evaluation practices are currently in a transition phase, this course discusses the drivers behind this change and teaches ... Read More
AI in review(s)
26 August 2026
An overview of AI applications across the entire systematic review workflow ... Read More