PhD-Led Systematic Reviews, Dissertations & Nursing Research Support
We support researchers, clinicians, PhD candidates, and nursing scholars with PRISMA 2020-compliant systematic reviews, meta-analysis, dissertations, and capstone projects.
80/daySystematic reviews published daily worldwideHoffmann et al., J Clin Epidemiol, 2021
67.3 weeksAverage time to complete a systematic review in-houseBorah et al., BMJ Open, 2017
~70%Of published reviews rated critically low qualityAMSTAR 2 studies, 2022
1-10 weeksOur delivery timeline with PhD-led methodology
What We Do
Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analysis
Full protocol-to-manuscript support following Cochrane Handbook methodology and PRISMA 2020. Dual-reviewer screening, risk of bias assessment, GRADE certainty ratings, and reproducible R or Stata code.
Chapter-by-chapter support for Master's, PhD, and professional doctorate students. Methodology design, data analysis, and defense preparation. APA, Harvard, Chicago, or Vancouver formatting.
Nursing patient case studies, medical case reports following CARE guidelines, public health case studies, and healthcare management analysis across all academic levels.
The mean time for a systematic review is 67.3 weeks with a team of five. Which stages consume the most time and how professional support compresses each one without cutting corners.
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ScribeLabWriter provides PhD-led research writing and evidence synthesis support. Our core services include systematic reviews following Cochrane Handbook methodology and PRISMA 2020 reporting, meta-analysis with reproducible R or Stata code, scoping reviews using JBI methodology and PRISMA-ScR, dissertation and thesis support (chapter-by-chapter or full), nursing capstone projects (BSN, MSN, DNP), nursing writing (care plans, EBP papers, SOAP notes, research reports), healthcare case studies, research proposals, and defense and viva preparation. We serve researchers, clinicians, PhD candidates, and nursing scholars globally.
What methodology standards do you follow for systematic reviews?
We follow the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions (version 6.5, 2024) for methodology and the PRISMA 2020 Statement (Page et al., BMJ, 2021) for reporting. Risk of bias is assessed using validated tools: RoB 2 for randomized trials, ROBINS-I for non-randomized studies, QUADAS-2 for diagnostic accuracy, and Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for observational studies. Certainty of evidence is rated using the GRADE framework with Summary of Findings tables produced in GRADEpro GDT. Scoping reviews follow JBI methodology (2024 edition) and PRISMA-ScR (Tricco et al., 2018). Search strategies are built to PRESS standards and reported per PRISMA-S.
Can I order just one part of a systematic review?
Yes. We offer fully modular services. You can order a protocol and PROSPERO registration only, a search strategy only, dual-reviewer screening and data extraction only, risk of bias assessment only, meta-analysis only, or manuscript writing only. Many researchers and clinicians come to us at a specific stage where they need expert support rather than starting from scratch. Describe what you need in the enquiry form and we will scope it individually.
What types of nursing projects do you support?
We support nursing writing from pre-nursing to DNP level. This includes care plans using NANDA-I 13th edition with PES format, evidence-based practice papers with PICOT question formulation, reflective writing using Gibbs' Reflective Cycle, Driscoll's Model, or Johns' Model, clinical case studies, SOAP notes, annotated bibliographies, APA 7th edition nursing research papers, and BSN, MSN, and DNP capstone projects. Our nursing specialist is a registered nurse with a Master's in Clinical Research and evidence synthesis publication experience.
What deliverables do I receive for a systematic review?
Every systematic review includes: a PROSPERO-ready protocol, reproducible search strategies for each database, a PRISMA 2020 flow diagram, a PRISMA 2020 checklist with page references, dual-reviewer screening logs with inter-rater agreement, data extraction tables, risk of bias assessment tables, GRADE Summary of Findings table (where applicable), a publication-ready manuscript formatted to your target journal, forest plots and funnel plots (if meta-analysis is included), reproducible R or Stata code (if meta-analysis is included), and a complete reference library in your preferred format.
How do I get started?
Submit your project details through our enquiry form, WhatsApp (+1 718 573 1315), or email (info@scribelabwriter.com). Include your research question or topic, your deadline, and what you need help with. A PhD methodologist will respond within 2-4 business hours with a detailed, itemized quote and a matched specialist recommendation. No signup, no payment upfront, no obligation.
Do you support dissertations chapter by chapter?
Yes. Single-chapter support is our most common dissertation service. You can request support for any individual chapter: introduction, literature review, methodology, results and data analysis, or discussion. Each chapter is written to integrate with your existing work and meet your committee's expectations. We support Master's, PhD, and professional doctorate students (DNP, DBA, EdD). Full dissertation support from proposal through defense is also available.
Do you support international researchers and clinicians?
Yes. We serve researchers, clinicians, and doctoral students across 30+ countries and understand the regulatory, institutional, and formatting standards specific to each region.
United States: NIH grant formatting, IRB (Institutional Review Board) protocols, ProQuest/UMI dissertation submission standards, APA 7th edition. We work with clients from NIH-funded, VA, and university-affiliated research programs.
United Kingdom: NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) grant standards, HRA (Health Research Authority) ethics approval requirements, NICE evidence submission formatting, MHRA clinical trial compliance, REF (Research Excellence Framework) publication standards, and university-specific thesis formatting (including Turnitin submission requirements).
Australia and New Zealand: NHMRC (National Health and Medical Research Council) guidelines, HREC (Human Research Ethics Committee) protocols, ANZCTR trial registration, and university thesis formatting per institutional requirements.
Saudi Arabia: SCFHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties) research requirements, NCBE (National Committee of Bioethics) compliance, IRB protocols for institutions including KFSH&RC, NGHA, and King Saud University, and Saudi Board thesis formatting.
UAE: DHA (Dubai Health Authority), DOH (Department of Health Abu Dhabi), MOHAP (Ministry of Health and Prevention), and SHA (Sharjah Health Authority) standards. We support research from MBRU (Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine), Khalifa University, and UAE-based medical centers.
Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait: QCHP (Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners), OMSB (Oman Medical Specialty Board), NHRA Bahrain, and KIMS Kuwait requirements.
Europe: EMA (European Medicines Agency) clinical evidence standards, Horizon Europe grant formatting, GDPR-compliant data handling for human subjects research, and country-specific thesis requirements including German Promotionsordnung, French ANRT conventions, and Scandinavian PhD dissertation by publication format.
South and East Asia: UGC (University Grants Commission India) PhD regulations, ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) ethics guidelines, China NMPA (National Medical Products Administration) clinical standards, Japanese PMDA requirements, and ASEAN-region institutional thesis standards.
Africa: KEMRI (Kenya Medical Research Institute) ethics protocols, South African NHREC (National Health Research Ethics Council) standards, and UNISA/Stellenbosch/UCT thesis formatting.
English language support is built into every project for researchers and clinicians whose first language is not English. We format to your institution's exact submission template, referencing style, and regulatory requirements.
How much does a systematic review cost?
Systematic review pricing depends on scope, databases, expected study volume, and delivery speed. Starting prices: Systematic Review from $850, Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis from $1,400, Meta-Analysis standalone from $750, Scoping Review from $650. Protocol and search strategy are bundled with full reviews or available standalone. Every project receives a detailed, itemized quote from a PhD methodologist before any work begins. See our Pricing page for the full breakdown.
How much does dissertation and capstone support cost?
Dissertation starting prices: Full Dissertation from $1,200, Single Chapter from $300, Research Proposal from $350, Defense and Viva Preparation from $300. Nursing capstone projects: BSN from $350, MSN from $500, DNP from $700. Response to Peer Reviewers from $350. Every project is scoped individually and you receive an itemized quote before any work begins.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes. For larger projects (full systematic reviews, full dissertations), we offer milestone-based payment where you pay in stages as deliverables are completed. This is discussed during the quoting process and included in your project agreement. Payment is processed securely through PayPal, accepting credit card, debit card, or PayPal balance.
How long does a systematic review take?
The average in-house systematic review takes 67.3 weeks to complete and publish (Borah et al., BMJ Open, 2017). With professional support, our delivery timelines are: Express (1 week), Standard (2 to 3 weeks), or Extended (4 to 6 weeks), depending on scope, databases, and whether meta-analysis is included. The most common choice is the Standard tier at 2 to 3 weeks.
What if my supervisor or journal reviewer requests changes?
Supervisor and journal reviewer feedback is incorporated at no additional cost. Our unlimited revision policy means we continue revising until your supervisor approves, your committee accepts, or your target journal is satisfied. For systematic reviews, we also handle additional analyses requested by reviewers (sensitivity analyses, GRADE tables, updated searches) as part of the revision process. There are no revision caps within the original scope.
Can you help prepare me for my dissertation defense?
Yes. Our defense and viva preparation service produces a comprehensive defense dossier from your completed dissertation. This includes a chapter-by-chapter summary, 15 to 25 anticipated examiner questions with model answers referencing specific pages in your dissertation, a rapid-recall reference sheet, optional presentation slides, and optional mock viva sessions with a PhD team member playing the role of examiner. This service typically takes 3 to 7 days.
Who are your specialists?
Our team includes PhD-qualified epidemiologists, biostatisticians, and a registered nurse with clinical research experience. Key team members include Dr. Alina Grace (PhD Epidemiology, Meta-Analysis and Evidence Synthesis Lead), Dr. Alexander Decker (PhD Epidemiology, Systematic Review Methodologist), and Sara Christina (MSc Clinical Research, RN, BSc Nursing Science, Nursing Evidence Synthesis Specialist). Every specialist has peer-reviewed publication experience and is assigned to projects matching their research background and methodology expertise.
Do you use AI to produce deliverables?
No. We have a strict no-AI policy. Every deliverable is written by a human specialist with verified research credentials. We do not use ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, or any other AI text generation tool to produce deliverables. Our team of PhD and master 's-qualified researchers writes every project from scratch. This policy is verified and guaranteed.
Is my project confidential?
Yes. Every project is confidential by default. We do not disclose client identities, research topics, project details, or deliverables to any third party. A mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is available on request at no additional cost before any project materials are shared. Client information is never used in marketing or case studies without explicit written consent.
Will I remain the author of my work?
Yes. You retain full authorship and intellectual accountability. ScribeLabWriter provides methodological, analytical, and writing support consistent with ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors) contributor guidelines. Our role is disclosed as methodological support in the manuscript acknowledgment section. We recommend consulting your supervisor or institutional guidelines regarding the use of professional support services.
Is using a research writing support service ethical?
Yes. Professional methodological and writing support is standard practice in research. Research teams routinely include biostatisticians, medical writers, and methodological consultants who contribute to peer-reviewed publications. The ethical requirement is transparent disclosure. Our services are designed to be acknowledged in the manuscript's acknowledgment section, consistent with ICMJE and COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) standards. See our Ethics and Academic Integrity page for our full ethical framework.
What citation styles and formatting do you support?
We support every citation style used in health sciences, clinical research, and evidence synthesis. This includes APA 7th edition (dominant in US health sciences and nursing programs), Vancouver/ICMJE (the standard for most medical journals including BMJ, Lancet, NEJM, and JAMA), AMA (American Medical Association, required by JAMA-family journals), Harvard (standard in UK and Australian universities), NLM (National Library of Medicine, used by PubMed-indexed journals), Chicago/Turabian (used in social science dissertations), and CSE (Council of Science Editors, used in biology and life sciences). We also follow institutional or departmental style guides if your university has custom formatting requirements. For systematic reviews, manuscripts are formatted to your target journal's exact author guidelines. For dissertations, we follow your university's submission template including margins, heading styles, table of contents, and appendix structure.
Ready to Start Your Project?
Describe your project and a PhD methodologist will reply with an itemized quote within 2-4 business hours.