<p>Archimedes Screw Turbines (AST) represent an innovative method for harnessing hydrokinetic energy from flowing water, inspired by the ancient Archimedean screw pump. Utilizaing the helical geometry of a screw, AST provide a promising avenue for converting the kinetic energy of water flows into electrical power. This review delineates a research strategy for optimizing AST design to enhance power output, addressing gaps in the existing literature regarding design parameters and efficiency. A systematic review was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, with searches performed in major electronic databases such as Scopus and Web of Science. The selection process resulted in the inclusion of 270 articles focused on design parameters critical to AST efficiency and power generation. Key design variables influencing AST performance were identified, including screw geometry, flow rate, and blade inclination angles. The synthesis of findings indicates that optimized design parameters substantially improve energy conversion efficiency. Based on these results, a comprehensive research strategy is proposed to develop new AST designs through numerical modelling and experimental fabrication. The evidence highlights the potential of ASTs in renewable energy generation and supports a dual approach of advanced numerical modeling and experimental fabrication to advance innovative AST designs. Future research should focus on refining AST configurations to maximize power output, and contribute to sustainable energy solutions.</p>