Meta-analysis

Meta-analysis is a method of synthesis of quantitative data from multiple independent studies addressing a common research question. An important part of this method involves computing a combined effect size across all of the studies. As such, this statistical approach involves extracting effect sizes and variance measures from various studies. By combining these effect sizes the statistical power is improved and can resolve uncertainties or discrepancies found in individual studies. Meta-analyses are integral in supporting research grant proposals, shaping treatment guidelines, and influencin

type of bias when authors are more likely to submit, or editors are more likely to accept, positive results than negative or inconclusive results

publication type, study that gathers, analyzes, and communicates the results of research and information on a topic

statistical measure of the magnitude of a phenomenon

article that summarizes the current state of understanding on a topic, containing a literature review (Q2412849)

graphical visualization

funnel plot

scientific controversy

review of systematic reviews or meta-analyses

Scientific reporting standard