Research Tools and Resources

Research Tools and Resources

Comprehensive tools and resources to support your living meta-analysis research

New to Living Meta-Analysis?

Follow our recommended resource path to get started:

Register your protocol (OSF / PROSPERO) → Follow PRISMA-LSR guidelines → Set up R + metafor → Use the AMORE Protocol Checklist

Protocol Checklist Tool

Tool
When creating a project proposal for a Living Meta-Analysis on AMORE, include all necessary information for a smooth review process. This checklist outlines the key components required in your proposal.
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PROSPERO

Database Free
A registration platform specifically designed for systematic review protocols focused on health-related research. Provides a standardized format for documenting methods before reviews begin.
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Open Science Framework (OSF)

Database Free
A free, open-source platform supporting project management, data sharing, pre-registration, and collaboration for transparent research practices.
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Zotero

Software Free
Reference management software that helps collect, organize, and cite research. Alerts users when articles have been retracted or corrected.
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Introduction to Meta-Analysis

Textbook
A comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of meta-analysis, covering effect size estimation, heterogeneity, publication bias, and advanced techniques.
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Doing Meta-Analysis with R: A Hands-On Guide

Textbook Open Access
A hands-on guide to conducting meta-analyses in R, covering effect sizes, heterogeneity, publication bias, multilevel meta-analysis, and Bayesian approaches.
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R and RStudio

Software Free
R is a programming language for statistical computing and graphics. RStudio provides an integrated development environment with a user-friendly interface. Together, they are widely used for data analysis and visualization.
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A Review of Meta-Analysis Packages in R

Article
An overview of commonly used R packages for conducting meta-analyses, discussing features, capabilities, and limitations to help researchers choose the right tool.
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JASP

Software Free
Free, open-source statistical software with a user-friendly interface for conducting analyses. Suitable for researchers with varying levels of statistical expertise.
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Adjusting for Publication Bias in JASP and R

Article
Covers selection models, PET-PEESE, and robust Bayesian meta-analysis for adjusting publication bias, with practical implementation guidance for both JASP and R.
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Equivalence Tests

Article
A practical introduction to equivalence testing with guidance on performing equivalence tests and power analyses in psychological research.
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PRISMA for Living Systematic Reviews

Tool
An extension of the PRISMA statement providing guidance on reporting living systematic reviews. Includes a checklist and flow diagram for best practice.
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Retraction Watch

Tool Free
Tracks retractions of scientific papers as a window into the scientific process. Essential for maintaining the integrity of living meta-analyses.
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