CKO-019AI Across the Review WorkflowStrong evidence
Can AI screen studies?
Yes. Screening is one of the most promising applications of AI in evidence synthesis.
In more detail
AI systems can assist with title, abstract and full-text screening by prioritising records and identifying likely inclusions. Evidence suggests substantial efficiency gains are possible. However, screening performance varies by topic, dataset and review type, making validation essential.
Why it matters
Screening often represents one of the largest workloads in systematic reviews.
Decision rule
Validate screening performance before relying heavily on automation.
Common misconception
“AI screening removes the need for human review.”
At a glance
- Evidence strength
- Strong
Related concepts
Key takeaway
Screening is currently one of the strongest use cases for AI.