Systematic review is a structured, transparent, peer-reviewed process and those considering undertaking a review should first read our 'What is Evidence-Based Conservation?" page and consult the guideline documents listed.

We provide support and guidance for those undertaking reviews, including guidance on the format and structure of reviews and review protocols. Documents submitted to us should be prepared in line with the guideline documents and templates provided below:

• Guidelines for Systematic Review in Conservation and Environmental Management:
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• Review presentation guidelines
• Review protocol presentation guidelines
• Draft systematic review template
• Draft review protocol template
• Poster presentations by the Centre for Evidence-Based Conservation
  

Please read the information provided on our Library page for details of how to submit a draft systematic review protocol and the consultation and peer review processes.