Piecing Together Systematic Reviews and Other Evidence Syntheses

The landscape of systematic reviews and evidence syntheses is one of both complexity and opportunity for librarians. Piecing together provides a comprehensive pathway through an oft uncertain space. oft uncertain space. It is not overstating to say that this thoroughly researched and resource-rich book is set to become a gold standard reference. * Journal of the Australian Library and Information Association *
Relying on a combination of cutting edge practices and tried-and-true techniques, Piecing Together Systematic Reviews and Other Evidence Syntheses provides a practical, up to date guide for librarians on all aspects of evidence synthesis, from planning to writing up results. -- Melissa L. Rethlefsen, MSLS, AHIP, Executive Director and Professor, Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center, University of New Mexico
Foster and Jewell’s team of authors demystify and delineate the expertise and effort involved in producing a high-quality systematic review or evidence synthesis. The framework and insights offered by this expert guide for information practitioners also make worthwhile reading for funders, reviewers, editors, and administrators supporting knowledge synthesis. -- Kristine Alpi, MLS, MPH, PhD, FMLA, Associate Dean of Libraries & Information Sciences, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
While written primarily by librarians for librarians, the book could be of interest to anyone involved in evidence synthesis. Piecing Together Systematic Reviews and Other Evidence Syntheses is an accessible yet thorough overview of evidence synthesis as a process that requires many steps and collaborators. The book is a good starting point for librarians getting started with evidence synthesis. It is also a stimulating resource for librarians looking to extend their knowledge and skills. The book includes a chapter of four case studies, which document the process of planning different types of reviews. The chapter could be expanded into an entire book of its own, full of case studies of evidence synthesis collaboration. Significantly updated and expanded since its first edition, Piecing Together Systematic Reviews and Other Evidence Syntheses demonstrates not only how much librarians contribute to evidence synthesis projects but also how valuable it can be for librarians to write about the evidence synthesis process. * Medical Reference Services Quarterly *
Readers in multiple settings will find this book a beneficial and worthwhile investment. Librarians and administrators contemplating evidence review service development will find a user guide to librarian roles in project teams. Non-librarian researchers and students will be shown the depth and scope of systematic review projects. Although the content is geared to those with moderate exposure to evidence syntheses, the writing is clear and understandable for all levels of researcher and a valuable addition to medical, academic, and research library collections. * Technical Services Quarterly *