The Introduction to Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis course, organised by The Tyrolean Private University for Health Sciences, Medical Informatics and Technology  (UMIT),  will be held online from 5 to 7 March 2026. This three-day certified virtual workshop offers a practical introduction to systematic review methodology, evidence synthesis, and meta-analysis.Through a blend of lectures, practical tutorials, and computer-based exercises, attendees will learn how to frame research questions, conduct literature searches, extract and manage data, assess study quality and risk of bias, perform meta-analyses, and clearly report findings.

Target audience
The training is designed for participants with basic knowledge of introductory statistics and an interest in systematic reviews, evidence synthesis, and data interpretation. It is suitable for scientists, healthcare professionals, consultants, industry practitioners, and medical, master’s, and PhD students seeking practical skills in evidence synthesis and data analysis.