Evidence-based practice is fundamental to the development and delivery of safe and effective healthcare. Systematic reviews, which refer to approaches to reducing bias and errors through systematic identification, appraisal and synthesis of relevant evidence on a specific topic (http://www.cochrane-handbook.org/), can help to provide cumulative, high quality evidence to inform evidence-based practice. Systematic reviews are considered to provide the highest level of evidence within the hierarchy of evidence. Pharmacists can benefit from gaining experience of the processes involved in undertaking, reporting and interpreting published systematic reviews. The application of findings from systematic reviews can help to bridge evidence gaps and inform current clinical practice.

Other great reasons to attend include

• Getting practical advice on conducting a systematic review.
• Working with illustrative examples.
• Opportunity to discuss with leading researchers.
• Networking with colleagues from other countries.

The Masterclass will cater to researchers who are new to systematic reviews and those who are currently undertaking one. It will be delivered in an interactive format of plenary lectures, group work and discussions. It is aimed at anyone currently involved or wishing to be involved in systematic reviews, irrespective of experience.