Related Experiment Video
Updated: Apr 19, 2026

Enhanced Genetic Analysis of Single Human Bioparticles Recovered by Simplified Micromanipulation from Forensic ‘Touch DNA’ Evidence
Published on: March 9, 2015
A new way to find evidence quickly and efficiently
Gabriel Rada1, Ignacio Neumann2, Jaime Cerda3
1Programa de Salud Basada en Evidencia, Facultad de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile; Departamento de Medicina Interna. Facultad de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile; GRADE working group; The Cochrane Collaboration; Fundación Epistemonikos, Santiago, Chile. Address: Facultad de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Lira 63, Santiago Centro, Chile.
Systematic reviews offer the best evidence for healthcare decisions. The Epistemonikos database efficiently organizes these reviews, aiding informed choices and evidence updates for better patient care.
Area of Science:
- Clinical research
- Evidence-based practice
- Health sciences
Background:
- Scientific research evidence guides patient care decisions.
- Systematic reviews are top-tier evidence for comparing care alternatives.
- The volume of systematic reviews is rapidly increasing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce the Epistemonikos database as a tool for navigating systematic reviews.
- To highlight its efficiency in accessing and managing evidence.
Main Methods:
- Epistemonikos aggregates a large collection of systematic reviews globally.
- It provides intuitive access to evidence for specific clinical questions.
- Features facilitate selection and updating of relevant systematic reviews.
Main Results:
- Users can efficiently find and compare systematic reviews.
- The database simplifies staying updated with the latest evidence.
- It supports informed decision-making in patient care.
Conclusions:
- Epistemonikos is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals and researchers.
- It enhances the use of systematic reviews in evidence-based practice.
- Facilitates efficient access to reliable, up-to-date medical evidence.
More Related Videos
07:22Standardized Method for Measuring Collection Efficiency from Wipe-sampling of Trace Explosives
Published on: April 10, 2017
09:09Radio Frequency Identification and Motion-sensitive Video Efficiently Automate Recording of Unrewarded Choice Behavior by Bumblebees
Published on: November 15, 2014
Related Concept Videos
Archival Research
The Evidence for Evolution
Convenience Sampling Method
Convenience sampling is a non-random method of sample selection; this method selects individuals that are easily accessible and may result in biased data. For example, a marketing...
Statistical Significance
Naturalistic Observations
Trial and Error and Algorithm