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Cochrane at the 79th World Health Assembly
16 June 2026
Following a busy week at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA), we’re reflecting on the inspiring conversations and high-level discussions Cochrane had the privilege of being involved in.
Right tool, right job: deciding when to not use an AI tool
15 June 2026
From searching and screening to drafting text, artificial intelligence (AI) tools offer the promise of increased efficiency. But with promise comes responsibility. Ella Flemyng, Cochrane’s Head of Editorial Policy and Research Integrity, highlights what you need to consider when deciding whether to use an AI tool, and when you might decide not to.
Cochrane strengthens systems to manage retracted publications in its published reviews
10 June 2026
As part of our commitment to the highest standards of evidence, Cochrane is strengthening how it identifies and manages retracted publications associated with studies included in published or ongoing Cochrane reviews. This includes new steps to manage retractions of included studies that occur after reviews have been published.
Making our evidence more usable – interoperability in practice
3 June 2026
Cochrane has always aimed to provide the right evidence at the right time. As we move into a more collaborative and AI-enabled era, delivering this goal will increasingly rely on structured data. Gert van Valkenhoef, Cochrane’s Head of Data, sets out why we are improving Cochrane’s approach to data, the difference this could make, and what this means for our authors.
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