• Inés Ibáñez
  Dr. Inés Ibáñez is an associate professor in the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan. Dr. Ibáñez’s research aims at developing the knowledge and the experimental and analytical frameworks necessary to generate near-term predictions of the effects of global change on forest ecosystems. Her work integrates existing knowledge and data into forecasting ecosystems’ dynamics under future environments. Outcomes from her work are geared at informing management decisions that optimize conservation, restoration and sustainable practices for a wide range of ecosystems varying from natural areas to tree plantations and urban vegetation. She received her B.S. in biology (botany) from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, an M.S. in range sciences from Utah State University, and a Ph.D. in ecology from Duke University.
•  Laís Petri
•  Ben Lee
  

Meta-analysis is the quantitative scientific synthesis of research results, it consists on a systematic review of a topic. This is a powerful method to compare results across related studies by providing an analytical framework for synthesis of results addressing the same topics. Meta-analysis measures the amount of experimentally-induced change in the variables of interest across studies. Meta-analysis also provides a framework to explore a topic, to test hypotheses, to explain variability of results among studies, and to identify knowledge gaps.

This workshop will provide an overview of standard and innovative techniques in meta-analysis methods. The emphasis of the workshop is on both the conceptual understanding and practical use of this method as applied to research questions. The workshop will consist on a combination of lecture time and practical work addressing the steps of carrying out a meta-analysis through an example.

• To provide an overview of standard and innovative techniques in meta-analysis methods.

The workshop will consist of a combination of lecture time and practical work addressing the steps of carrying out a meta-analysis through an example.

This workshop will provide an overview of standard and innovative techniques in meta-analysis methods. The emphasis of the workshop is on both the conceptual understanding and practical use of this method as applied to research questions.

By the end of the workshop participants will be able to understand the fundamentals of meta-analysis and gain knowledge of the strengths and limitations of this technique. We will provide reference materials so participants can explore the topics in greater depth. These materials should serve as a jumping-off point for those interested in employing the methods in their own research, or for those who simply want to familiarize themselves with the topic.