The Meta-Science in Dentistry research group benefits from a robust set of institutional, digital, and analytical resources that enable high-quality, evidence-driven meta-research. These resources are provided through collaborations among group members, the University of Jordan, and its affiliated healthcare and academic institutions.

1. Institutional Access and Library Resources

• University of Jordan and Jordan University Hospital
  Members of the research group benefit from institutional access to a wide range of subscription-based academic journals and electronic databases, including those from:
• Elsevier (via ScienceDirect)
• Wiley Online Library
• SpringerLink
• Taylor & Francis
• Nature Publishing Group
  This access facilitates comprehensive literature reviews, systematic evaluations, and citation tracking across the dental and biomedical sciences.
  

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2. Scientific Databases and Repositories

• Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science
  These platforms are essential for conducting exhaustive literature searches, citation analysis, bibliometric studies, and systematic reviews.
• EQUATOR Network
  The group actively utilizes the EQUATOR (Enhancing the QUAlity and Transparency Of health Research) Network, which offers a curated set of reporting guidelines (e.g., CONSORT, PRISMA, STROBE, CARE). These guidelines support the evaluation and improvement of transparency and methodological rigor in published dental research.
• Cochrane Library and PROSPERO
  These repositories are valuable for identifying registered protocols, published systematic reviews, and evidence-based guidelines relevant to dentistry and oral health.
  

3. Reporting Guidelines and Quality Standards

• EQUATOR Network: Provides structured guidance for health research reporting (CONSORT, PRISMA, STROBE, CARE, etc.).

• AMSTAR 2: For appraising the quality of systematic reviews.
• ROB 2 / ROBINS-I : Tools for assessing risk of bias in randomized and non-randomized studies.
• GRADEpro GDT: Facilitates evidence grading and creation of Summary of Findings tables.
  

4. Analytical and Statistical Software

• SPSS (IBM) and G*Power
  These tools are used for conducting rigorous descriptive and inferential statistical analyses, including power calculations, effect size estimations, and multivariate modeling.
• R & RStudio: Advanced statistical environment for meta-analysis (e.g., metafor package), modeling, and reproducibility.

• JASP: Open-source, user-friendly platform supporting both frequentist and Bayesian analysis.

• RevMan and Rayyan
  For systematic reviews and meta-analyses, the group employs software like Review Manager (RevMan) and Rayyan for blinded screening and data synthesis.

5. Reference Management and Research Organization

• EndNote, Zotero, Mendeley: Platforms for collaborative reference libraries, citation formatting, and full-text search.

• Notion & Obsidian: Knowledge management tools for organizing research notes, tagging themes, and tracking project progress.

6. Data Visualization and Bibliometric Tools

• Tableau / Power BI: For creating dashboards, visualizing trends in research output, and mapping collaborative networks.

• VOSviewer & Bibliometrix (R): Specialized tools for bibliometric mapping, keyword co-occurrence, and citation network analysis.

7. Open Access & Data Sharing Platforms

• Zenodo, Figshare, Dryad: For sharing data, code, and materials with permanent DOIs and open access licensing.

• bioRxiv, medRxiv, arXiv: Preprint servers to disseminate early research findings and promote scholarly discussion.

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8. Ethics, Integrity, and Transparency Resources

• COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics): Offers guidance on ethical authorship, peer review, retractions, and conflict of interest disclosure.

• Retraction Watch Database: A resource to track retracted publications and raise awareness of questionable research practices.
  

9. Collaborative and Project Management Tools

• Reference Management Software: Use of EndNote, Zotero, and Mendeley ensures efficient citation organization and collaborative literature management.
• Cloud-based Platforms: Google Workspace and Microsoft Teams are utilized for real-time collaboration, data sharing, and manuscript development.

By leveraging these diverse and complementary resources, the Meta-Science in Dentistry research group is well-positioned to conduct impactful investigations into the quality, reproducibility, and transparency of dental literature. These tools not only support methodological rigor but also foster collaboration and innovation across interdisciplinary domains within oral health research.