Systematic review consultations
Murdoch University Library provides one-to-one consultations to support Murdoch University students and staff undertaking systematic reviews.
Contact the Library for advice on locating systematic reviews, formulating search strategies, selecting and using appropriate databases, and conducting a systematic review.
When booking the initial consultation with the librarian, please provide the following:
- Research question and protocol (PICO/PICo)
- Initial search strategy
- List of databases you have run your initial searches (and results)
- Set of key papers expected to be included in the review.
This will allow the librarian to prepare and advise you more effectively.
Library support
| Student | Academic* | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum number of research consultations provided | Two | Three |
| Guidance on the systematic review process and formulation of research questions | Yes | Yes |
| Advice on locating systematic reviews and other resources | Yes | Yes |
| Assistance with selection and use of databases | Yes | Yes |
| Review and provide general feedback on search strategies | Yes | Yes |
| Instruction on use of EndNote and other research software | Yes | Yes |
| Identifying appropriate databases and grey literatures sources | No | Yes |
| Developing or refining research questions | No | Yes |
| Formulating search strategies | No | Yes |
| Managing search results | No | Yes |
| Executing, documenting and updating searches | No | Yes |
*Requires formal acknowledgement of the librarian or the University Library's contribution. The specific activities undertaken will depend on the expected level of participation, by agreement.