About this opportunity
Ever wondered how to conduct a systematic literature search effectively and document your search process properly? Whether you are drafting a systematic review, preparing a scoping review, or laying the ground for a robust research proposal, a well-planned, reproducible search strategy is the foundation of high-impact evidence synthesis.
To help researchers, healthcare professionals, and academics bridge the gap between theoretical search principles and real-world execution, the Systematic Reviews Network (SRN), in collaboration with Rising Scholars, is hosting a free, practical, and interactive two-part workshop series.
What You Will Learn
This practical hands-on series is structured into two focused sessions designed to build your skills step-by-step:
📝 Session 1: Fundamentals of Systematic Literature Search
- Focus: Establishing the core principles of evidence retrieval, developing comprehensive search strategies, selecting key databases, and defining reproducible inclusion and exclusion parameters.
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Facilitator: Dr. Alison Kinyengere
🔎 Session 2: PubMed: Building, Running, and Documenting the Search
- Focus: Hands-on application in PubMed. Learn how to construct advanced search strings, utilize Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), apply Boolean operators, export results, and properly document your process following PRISMA guidelines.
- Date: October 17, 2026
- Facilitator: Adrine Nyamwiza
Workshop Details
- Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM WAT (West Africa Time)
- Format: Online | Hands-On | Interactive
- Cost: Free
Reserve Your Spot
Space is limited to ensure an interactive, hands-on learning environment for all participants.
👉 Click Here to Register via Zoom
Immediate Next Steps
- Complete your registration using the Zoom link above to receive your direct session entry link.
- Add both dates (October 3 and October 17, 2026) to your calendar for 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM WAT.
- Prepare a draft research question or topic in advance to practice query-building during the hands-on PubMed exercises.