Babysitter systematic-review

Conduct comprehensive literature searches, quality assessments, evidence synthesis, and meta-analyses

install
source · Clone the upstream repo
git clone https://github.com/a5c-ai/babysitter
Claude Code · Install into ~/.claude/skills/
T=$(mktemp -d) && git clone --depth=1 https://github.com/a5c-ai/babysitter "$T" && mkdir -p ~/.claude/skills && cp -r "$T/library/specializations/domains/social-sciences-humanities/social-sciences/skills/systematic-review" ~/.claude/skills/a5c-ai-babysitter-systematic-review && rm -rf "$T"
manifest: library/specializations/domains/social-sciences-humanities/social-sciences/skills/systematic-review/SKILL.md
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Systematic Review Skill

Conduct comprehensive literature searches, quality assessments, and evidence synthesis including meta-analysis.

Overview

The Systematic Review skill enables conducting comprehensive literature searches, quality assessments, evidence synthesis, and meta-analyses following established protocols for rigorous evidence-based research and policy making.

Capabilities

Search Strategy

  • Database selection
  • Search term development
  • Boolean operators
  • Citation tracking
  • Grey literature inclusion

Study Selection

  • Inclusion/exclusion criteria
  • Screening procedures
  • Dual review process
  • Disagreement resolution
  • PRISMA documentation

Quality Assessment

  • Risk of bias tools
  • Quality checklists
  • Evidence grading
  • Study appraisal
  • Bias identification

Evidence Synthesis

  • Narrative synthesis
  • Vote counting
  • Framework synthesis
  • Thematic synthesis
  • Realist synthesis

Meta-Analysis

  • Effect size calculation
  • Heterogeneity assessment
  • Fixed/random effects
  • Publication bias
  • Sensitivity analysis

Usage Guidelines

When to Use

  • Synthesizing evidence
  • Informing policy
  • Identifying research gaps
  • Establishing consensus
  • Supporting decisions

Best Practices

  • Register protocol
  • Document thoroughly
  • Use multiple reviewers
  • Assess bias
  • Update regularly

Integration Points

  • Quantitative Methods skill
  • Qualitative Analysis skill
  • Policy Communication skill
  • Academic Writing and Publication skill

References

  • Literature Review and Synthesis process
  • Policy Impact Assessment process
  • Policy Research Analyst agent
  • Mixed Methods Research Coordinator agent