Developing research methods is central to the EPPI-Centre’s work. Our Methods for Synthesis (MRS) programme is one of five nodes of the ESCR’s National Centre for Research methods (NCRM). The MRS programme develops methodology in research synthesis and builds capacity by offering training and support. For more information on the MRS programme click here

The following areas of the website provide resources for people interested in the mechanics of systematic research synthesis. There are three types of resource available in this area:

Methods - The methods pages provide a brief description of the methods used at each stage of a systematic review;

Tools - The Tools page provides information and links to various data coding and management tools and guidelines;

Databases - This page provides information on and links to the various databases of primary research and reviews that are held at the EPPI-Centre.

A further useful resource is the Evidence Library, which contains two facilities for accessing information from reviews. The Reviews Search option will enable you to search for, and access on-line, the full text or summaries of individual reviews supported or conducted by the EPPI-Centre according to your specific needs, e.g. subject area or particular synthesis methods. The Knowledge Library page allows you to access pooled information and key messages from all EPPI-Centre reviews relating to a given topic or subject area.