Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis: From Research Question to Publication

Synthesizing evidence through a systematic review and meta-analysis is the gold standard of academic literature. This hands-on training walks you step-by-step from framing PICO research questions to conducting advanced quantitative synthesis in Jamovi and preparing publication-ready manuscripts.

Designed specifically for PhD scholars, faculty, and clinical researchers, INDACA Institute of Skills provides actionable workflows that simplify complex literature searches, quality appraisals, risk of bias assessments, and statistical pooling.

What You'll Learn

Gain end-to-end expertise in evidence synthesis methodology and quantitative meta-analysis techniques.

Protocol & Search Strategy

Screening & Quality Appraisal

Meta-Analysis & Plots

Manuscript preparation

Formulate precise PICO/PICOS research questions, develop PRISMA 2020 protocol frameworks, and construct advanced Boolean search strings for Scopus and PubMed databases.

Execute title, abstract, and full-text screening, perform standardized data extraction, and evaluate risk of bias using validated quality appraisal checklists.

Calculate effect sizes, compute heterogeneity stats, generate forest plots, assess publication bias with funnel plots, and conduct sensitivity and subgroup analyses.

Structure systematic review manuscripts according to Scopus and Web of Science peer-reviewed journal standards for seamless submission and review.

3-Day Programme Overview

Day 1: Research Question, Scopus & PRISMA 2020

Day 2: Screening, Data Extraction & Risk of Bias

Day 3: Jamovi Meta-Analysis, Plots & Reporting

Formulate PICO questions, register systematic review protocols, build comprehensive Scopus literature queries, and design PRISMA 2020 flow diagrams.

Set up eligibility screening workflows, design data extraction matrices in MS Excel, conduct risk of bias assessment, and prepare raw data for meta-analysis.

Perform statistical meta-analysis using Jamovi and MetaJam modules. Calculate pooled effect sizes, construct forest and funnel plots, analyze heterogeneity, and structure final manuscripts.

Scopus Database

Jamovi & MetaJam

PRISMA 2020

Master comprehensive database searching, keyword combinations, search string exports, and citation management for rigorous literature reviews.

Utilize open-source statistical software for calculating pooled effect sizes, running fixed and random effects models, and generating publication plots.

Implement the updated Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses statement and official flow diagram templates.

MS Excel Matrices

Construct robust data extraction sheets, coding structures, and study summary matrices optimized for team collaboration and statistical import.

Quality Appraisal Frameworks

Apply standardized risk of bias instruments including Cochrane RoB 2, ROBINS-I, and JBI critical appraisal checklists.

What You'll Gain

Accelerate your academic trajectory with practical tools, verified certification, and lifelong research support.

Hands-On Workflow

Resource Toolkit

Certificate & Recordings

Post-Training Support

Master practical analysis skills to independently compute effect sizes, evaluate heterogeneity, and draft manuscript sections.

Receive downloadable search string formulas, Excel extraction templates, and custom Jamovi meta-analysis script guides.

Earn an official INDACA Institute of Skills Certificate of Completion along with full access to workshop video recordings.

Join the INDACA research alumni network for ongoing methodological guidance and paper peer-review assistance.

Who Should Attend?

PhD & Research Scholars

University Faculty

Medical & Health Researchers

Scholars preparing thesis literature chapters or seeking high-impact Scopus publications to satisfy degree requirements.

Academicians and university lecturers aiming to elevate research output, secure grants, and mentor postgraduate research candidates.

Clinicians, public health specialists, and biomedical scientists conducting clinical evidence syntheses and epidemiological meta-analyses.

Postgraduate Students

R&D & Industry Analysts

Master's students looking to build early publication records and master systematic review methodology for academic advancement.

Corporate, non-profit, and policy researchers requiring rigorous qualitative and quantitative evidence synthesis skills.

3 Days

Live Interactive Cohort

Online

Live Zoom & Interactive Q&A

Expert

Senior INDACA Faculty

Limited

Seats Per Cohort

Registration Fee & Inclusion

Timings & Mode

Fee includes live training, downloadable search string templates, Jamovi sample files, verified e-certificate, and lifetime recording access.

Evening sessions designed to accommodate working scholars and faculty. 02-03-04 Oct 2026 at 16.30 HRS - 18.30 HRS (IST)

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I get recordings and a certificate?

Yes, all registered scholars receive lifetime access to workshop video recordings and an official INDACA e-Certificate of Completion.

Who is eligible to join?

PhD scholars, postgraduate students, faculty members, medical researchers, and independent scholars across all academic disciplines.

How do I get post-workshop support?

You gain direct access to INDACA query forums and WhatsApp community channels (+91 9038413517) for continuous peer support.

Do I need prior statistical background?

What software will I need?

Can I practice with my own topic?

No prior experience in meta-analysis is required. The workshop builds concepts progressively from foundational review logic to hands-on Jamovi operations.

We use Jamovi (free open-source software) with the MetaJam module and MS Excel. Step-by-step installation instructions are shared before Day 1.

Yes, participants are highly encouraged to formulate research questions in their own specialization during hands-on exercises.

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