systematic-review

Systematic Review Best Practice

Follow PRISMA-like methodology for literature search:

1. Define clear inclusion/exclusion criteria BEFORE searching
2. Use multiple databases (Semantic Scholar, arXiv, OpenAlex)
3. Search with both broad and narrow queries
4. Screen by title/abstract first, then full text
5. Extract: method, dataset, metrics, key findings
6. Synthesize gaps and opportunities, not just summaries
7. Prioritize recent (last 2-3 years) high-citation papers
8. Include at least one seminal/foundational paper per sub-topic