The Study snapshot uses AI to extract key information about a study's methods to provide a quick summary. At a glance, you can learn essential information, saving you valuable time in finding the research you need. Learn more on each study attribute of the Study snapshot below.
How to Find the Study Snapshot
Via the search results page
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Submit a query in the search bar
Click Study snapshot under the paper you are interested in to view the drop down
Via paper details page
Navigate to consensus.app/search/
Submit a query in the search bar
Click on a paper you are interested in
In the bottom left corner of the paper details, you'll see the Study snapshot
Study Snapshot Attribute Descriptions
Population
Describes the type of participants or subjects in the study (e.g., 7th to 12th grade students, mice, overweight/obese middle-aged adults). This provides context on who the research was applied to.
Sample size
Provides the total number of participants involved in the study. A larger sample size may strengthen the reliability of the study, while smaller sample sizes may limit the accuracy in representing a broader population.
Duration
Shares the length of the study or experiment, whether it was conducted over minutes, days, weeks, months, or years. Understanding the duration helps you gauge the timeframe the results were measured over.
Location
Specifies which country the study was conducted in. Location can provide insights into the setting and potential cultural or environmental factors influencing the study.
Methods
Outlines the methodology used, such as randomized controlled trials, surveys, or observational studies. Knowing the study methods is crucial for evaluating the study’s rigor and applicability.
Outcomes
Summarizes the primary variables the study aimed to assess (e.g., cognitive performance, neuromuscular fatigue, air quality). This section tells you the results the researchers were focused on achieving or measuring.
Results
Provides a concise overview of the study’s findings, helping you quickly understand the impact or implications. The results indicate what outcomes were achieved and highlights any significant insights.
Troubleshooting
Q: Why aren't all 7 study attributes populating?
A: Our AI was unable to extract some of the attributes from the abstract. This may occur if the information is not clearly presented or if it is missing from the abstract. For a more comprehensive view, consider accessing the full text of the study.
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