This app acts as a meta-search engine for health-related scientific research, consolidating results from multiple evidence platforms. It helps users find specific research articles on treatments, diagnoses, and more, leveraging Boolean operators to filter over 25 million scientific articles. It also utilizes Robotreviewer to summarize randomized controlled trials for faster review.
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March 21, 2020
We removed Physiopedia from the default resource channels.
SciScanner searches multiple scientific evidence platforms, including the Cochrane library, Medline, Wikipedia, and YouTube, to centralize research results for health-related information needs.
SciScanner leverages Boolean operators with appropriate search syntax to help users filter through over 25 million scientific articles, enabling precise searches for specific research topics.
Yes, SciScanner uses Robotreviewer to summarize randomized controlled trials, allowing for a quicker review of research findings.
SciScanner can find primary research, including randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and consensus articles related to health topics.
SciScanner has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is intended for mature audiences.
SciScanner is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.
The latest version of SciScanner was updated on March 21, 2020.
No, SciScanner does not contain advertisements.
