The Cochrane Collaboration based at McMaster University is a large hypertext document which sets out the aims of the organisation,namely to prepare, maintain and disseminate systematic reviews of healthcare. Information is provide on the Cochrane logo, Sackett's introduction and information on Archie Cochrane.
Information is provided on the methodology behind setting up a collaborative group.
Overview of need for more reliable research and systematic up to date reviews of health care. A flow diagram is provided of the step by step approach to conducting a systematic review. Further information is provided on the need for systematic reviews as one key component of evidence based health care. The Cochrane Collaborative Handbook is provided online. This provides yet more detailed information.