What is a literature review?
The literature review is the qualitative summary of evidence on a topic using informal or subjective methods to collect and interpret studies.The literature review can inform a particular research project or can result in a review article publication.
Systematic Reviews vs Literature Reviews
Literature Reviews - Articles
- Matharu GS, Buckley CD. Performing a literature review: a necessary skill for any doctor. Student BMJ. 2012; 20:e404.Requires FREE site registration
Writing Literature Reviews
- Literature ReviewsThe Writing Center at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has created a succinct handout that explains what a literature review is and offer insights into the form and construction of a literature review in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences.
- Review Articles (Health Sciences) GuideIdentifies the difference between a systematic review and a literature review. Connects to tools for research, writing, and publishing.
Health Sciences Literature Review Made Easy: The Matrix Method by Publication Date: 2017Health Sciences Literature Review Made Easy: The Matrix Method, Fifth Edition describes the practical and useful methods for reviewing scientific literature in the health sciences. The goal of this text is to serve as a resource for students who need a practical, step-by-step set of instructions for how to organize, conduct, and write a synthesis of literature on a topic of their choice.- Systematic Approaches to a Successful Literature Review byCall Number: Norris Medical Library, Upper Level, LB 1047.3 B725s 2012
- Documenting your searchThis resource provides guidance on how to document and save database search strategies.
Frequently Used Journal Article Databases
- Embase This link opens in a new window
- Google Scholar This link opens in a new window
- PsycINFO This link opens in a new window
- Scopus This link opens in a new window
- Web of Science This link opens in a new window
