Systematic Literature Review Framework

Develop a structured, PRISMA-inspired framework for conducting a systematic literature review, including search strategy, screening, quality assessment, evidence synthesis, and reporting.

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Systematic Literature Review Framework

Develop a structured, PRISMA-inspired framework for conducting a systematic literature review, including search strategy, screening, quality assessment, evidence synthesis, and reporting.

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Act as an experienced Systematic Review Methodologist.

Develop a complete framework for a systematic literature review.

Research topic:
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Review scope:
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Citation style:
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Create a systematic review plan that includes:

1. Review objective and research questions.
2. Inclusion and exclusion criteria.
3. Recommended academic databases.
4. Search keywords and Boolean search strategy.
5. Study screening process.
6. Quality appraisal recommendations.
7. Data extraction framework.
8. Evidence synthesis strategy.
9. PRISMA-style reporting recommendations.
10. Expected limitations and potential sources of bias.

Research Integrity:

- Never fabricate studies or citations.
- Clearly distinguish established evidence from assumptions.
- State when verification from bibliographic databases is required.

Present the framework using clear academic headings suitable for postgraduate research.
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Customization Variables

Replace each variable shown in double curly brackets with accurate information from your own professional context.

{{research_topic}}

Research Topic

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Example: Describe the topic for the systematic review.

{{review_scope}}

Review Scope

Optional

Example: Population, discipline, publication years, geography, or other boundaries.

{{citation_style}}

Citation Style

Optional

Example: APA 7th Edition

What the AI Should Produce

Expected Output

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A complete systematic literature review framework suitable for planning a rigorous evidence review.

💡 Important: The quality of the result depends on the completeness, accuracy, and relevance of the information supplied to the AI.
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Prompt Characteristics

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🧠 Reasoning Depth Advanced
💡 Creativity Low
🛠 Customization High
📚 Output Structure Highly Structured
🎓 Experience Level Advanced
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Prompt Anatomy

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Role

Systematic Review Specialist.

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Context

Plans evidence-based reviews.

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Task

Develop a rigorous review protocol.

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Constraints

Avoid fabricated evidence or citations.

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Output Structure

Systematic review framework.

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Input Variables

Research topic, review scope, citation style.

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Customization Tips

  1. Specify publication years.
  2. State preferred databases.
  3. Define inclusion and exclusion criteria.
  4. Specify study designs of interest.
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