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SUMMARY:Foundations of Network Meta-Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Start date: Monday 16 February 2026 \nDuration: 4 weeks \nStandard rate: £600 (+VAT (UK and EU)) \nReduced rate: £450 (+VAT (UK and EU)) – for Research4Life Group A & B countries\, Cochrane Members and Students \nThis is a brand-new hybrid online course developed by methods and statistics experts in Cochrane. Designed for healthcare professionals\, researchers\, policy makers\, and guideline developers\, the course teaches the principles and practice of network meta-analysis (NMA) in a structured and accessible way. It is particularly suited to those without a background in statistics or programming. \nBy the end of the course you will: \n\nUnderstand the concept and core principles of NMA and its assumptions\nExplore different models for NMA and be able to interpret their outputs\nLearn how to assess the certainty of evidence generated by an NMA\nIdentify key reporting features of NMA protocols and reviews\nUnderstand how to interpret and disseminate the findings of an NMA\n\nThe course mixes online content on Cochrane’s Learning Experiences Platform (LXP) with Discussion Boards and live sessions with our expert tutors. \nCourse Schedule \n\nModule 1: Monday 16 February to Friday 20 February 2026. Live session 2pm UTC on Thursday 19 February\nModule 2: Monday 23 February to Friday 27 February 2026. Live session 2pm UTC on Thursday 26 February\nModule 3: Monday 2 March to Friday 6 March 2026. Live session 2pm UTC on Thursday 5 March\nModule 4: Monday 9 March to Friday 13 March 2026. Live session 2pm UTC on Thursday 12 March\n\nSpaces on the courses are strictly limited. Register as soon as possible to secure your place. \nFind out more and register at: https://www.cochrane.org/products-and-services/foundations-network-meta-analysis \n 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/foundations-of-network-meta-analysis/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Research and innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260303T133000
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SUMMARY:Leeds Mixed Method Systematic Review Online Courses
DESCRIPTION:Course 1: Conducting a Mixed Methods Systematic Review \nIntroduction: 3rd March 2026\, 13:30–14:30  (Optional) \nLive Sessions: 5th\, 10th\, 13th\, and 18th March\, 13:30–16:00 \nContent Summary  \n\nHow mixed methods synthesis can help with complex questions and policy relevant evidence.\nFinding evidence for mixed method synthesis\, developing a logic model\, discovering types of integration.\nDifferent approaches to integration\, realist synthesis\, diversity in approaches.\nWhat to compare and how? What to connect and how?\n\n  \nCourse 2: Searching the Evidence Base \nIntroduction: 19th March 2026\, 13:30–14:30 (Optional) \nLive Sessions: 24th & 27th March\, 13:30–16:00 \nContent Summary  \n\nDesigning a mixed-method review search strategy.\nWhen to use study-type filters.\nSeed papers for complex search strategy design.\nTools for choosing databases/resources and translating searches.\nWhen and how to use supplementary search techniques.\nReference management software for large volumes of records and iterative search processes during a review.\n\nBook by 20th February 2026 \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/leeds-mixed-method-systematic-review-online-courses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Research and innovation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260310T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260324T140000
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SUMMARY:Systematic Approaches to Searching for Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Sheffield Centre for Health Related Research (SCHARR) are holding an online interactive course on Systematic Approaches to Searching for Evidence. \nHeld over two mornings this course will cover the key principles of searching for published and unpublished evidence in a systematic\, transparent way. \n\nDay 1: Tues 10 March 2026 | 9am–1pm\nDay 2: Tues 24 March 2026 | 9am–2pm\n\nIdeal for postgraduate students\, early career researchers\, librarians and information specialists across health\, social sciences\, and public policy. \nCourse programme \nDay 1 \n\nThe role of the literature search in the evidence review process\nScoping the literature and choosing sources\nMatching your search approach to the particular review method\nTurning a research question into a search strategy\n\nDelegates will be given a search task to complete in their own time\, between days 1 and 2 (please allow approximately 1 hour for this). \nDay 2 \n\nCommon pitfalls of searching (including feedback on search task)\nReporting searches\nBeyond the “big bang” search – complementary and iterative methods\, and when to use them\nEmerging techniques\nKnowing when to stop\n\nFor more information and to book your place click here.
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/systematic-approaches-to-searching-for-evidence/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Foundations of LIS profession,Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Information resources management
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
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SUMMARY:HSLG 2026 Conference: Celebrating Our Collective Power: Finding Strength in Difference - Call for abstracts now open
DESCRIPTION:Call for abstracts now open. \nWe will hold our annual conference in the Ashling Hotel\, Dublin on Thursday 12th March 2026. \nOur theme is “Celebrating Our Collective Power: Finding Strength in Difference“. \nWe all have different values\, preferences\, priorities\, stakeholders\, professional goals and ways of working. This diversity provides benefits to our profession with greater access to new ideas and innovations. \n\nTechnology – how do we prepare for technological innovations such as AI\nImpact – how do we make a difference to others\nUser Engagement – how do we ensure our services meet the varied needs of library users\nResilience – how do we function well in the face of adversity\nLifelong Learning – (such as CPD)\n\nSubmit your abstract to contacthslg@gmail.com by Tuesday 13th January 2026. Please include a presentation title\, name of presenter(s)\, organisation\, abstract of 250-300 words\, and whether you will speak for 10 or 20 minutes. \nSuccessful presenters will have the conference fee waived.* \nTickets are now on sale register on Eventbrite \nTicket Prices: \nHSLG member: €35 \nNon-LAI member: €80 \nLAI member/Student/Unemployed: €50 \n[*Note: Standard presentation will be limited to a maximum of two presenters\, with short presentations limited to one.]
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/hslg-2026-conference-celebrating-our-collective-power-finding-strength-in-difference-call-for-abstracts-now-open/
LOCATION:Ashling Hotel Dublin\, 10 - 13 Parkgate St\, Stoneybatter\, Dublin 8\, D08 P38N\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260319T200000
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SUMMARY:Navigating Misinformation in One-on-One Patron Interactions
DESCRIPTION:Webjunction presents a 1-hour free webinar on Navigating Misinformation in One-on-One Patron Interactions. \nJoin Stacey Wedlake and Kristen Calvert on 19th March at 7pm to learn about why people believe misinformation and leave with approaches you can use during interactions with patrons. \nRegister to attend here. \n 
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/navigating-misinformation-in-one-on-one-patron-interactions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information and communication technologies
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260328
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SUMMARY:Stewardship in Challenging Times: the Role of Libraries in Supporting Civic Society - Research Libraries UK Conference
DESCRIPTION:Stewardship in Challenging Times – the Role of Libraries in Supporting Civic Society \nRLUK will explore how libraries can adopt dynamic\, inclusive\, empathetic\, and strategic approaches to successfully manage the myriad human challenges they face\, embrace the contested nature of library spaces\, and support world-class research. \nLibraries need to navigate the increasingly complex intersections of academic freedom\, freedom of speech\, censorship\, and the management of contested spaces and collections. These complexities call for vision and clarity to restate and communicate the values of research libraries. \nProgramme available here. \nRegister for this event through EventBrite. \nTicket prices from £27
URL:https://hslg.ie/event/stewardship-in-challenging-times-the-role-of-libraries-in-supporting-civic-society-research-libraries-uk-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Information in society and health care,Information needs and user services,Research and innovation
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