Workshop on Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

@PGIHS & IT Center UoP on 14th and 15th March 2024

The Workshop on Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis organized by the University Research Council was successfully concluded on the 14th and 15th of March 2024. It was Hosted over two days, and the workshop aimed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct systematic reviews and meta-analyses effectively.

The first day of the workshop, focusing on systematic review methodologies, took place at the PGIHS Auditorium. Participants delved into the intricacies of systematic review processes, learning how to formulate research questions, conduct literature searches, appraise study quality, and synthesize evidence systematically.

On the second day, held at the IT Center of the University of Peradeniya, the focus shifted to meta-analysis techniques. Attendees gained insights into the statistical methods used to combine and analyze data from multiple studies, enabling them to draw robust conclusions and make informed decisions based on the synthesized evidence.

Throughout the workshop, esteemed resource persons shared their expertise and insights, enriching the learning experience for all participants. We were honored to have the following distinguished individuals as resource persons:

1. Prof. Dr. Karthikeyan Ramalingam, BDS., MDS., MBA(H.A.)., Ph.D
Associate Dean,
Professor and Head (Admin)
Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology,
Saveetha Dental College,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

2. Prof Dr Monal Yuwanati
BDS., MDS.,Ph.D
Professor in Oral Pathology and
Microbiology
Department of Oral Pathology and
Microbiology
Saveetha Dental College,

Chennai. Tamilnadu, India. Their expertise and guidance were invaluable in enhancing participants' understanding of systematic review and meta-analysis methodologies. Overall, with approximately 60 participants in attendance, the workshop was a resounding success, fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and skill development in the field of evidence synthesis.