Scientometric Approach Research Articles

Knowledge domains and emerging trends in non-invasive brain stimulation: A bibliometric analysis via CiteSpace

In recent decades, new non-invasive brain stimulation techniques and protocols have been developed, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and transcranial direct current stimulation. To identify and visualize the intellectual structure of non-invasive brain stimulation through document co-citation analysis. We analyzed 30,854 Web of Science-indexed manuscripts and their 1,615,692 references regarding non-invasive brain stimulation, all published from 1988 to 2022. We drew a document co-citation network map using CiteSpace software. The most productive journal was Clinical Neurophysiology. The most published institution was the University College London, and the country with the most reports was the USA. The most productive author was Alvaro Pascual-Leone and the most cited author in the non-invasive brain stimulation field was J. C. Rothwell. In addition, the most cited study was that of Rossi et al. (2009). The safe application of non-invasive brain stimulation techniques and their effects on motor or executive functions is an emerging trend in this research area. The current investigation displayed a quantitative scientometric approach and delved into the advancement of non-invasive brain stimulation research by examining the references published in this domain. These findings can be valuable for professionals to picture the patterns of recognition and emerging directions in the field.

Research trend of bacterial leaf blight on rice in the millennium era: a bibliometric and scientometric approach for capture future insight

In the 21st century, population growth affects food demand, especially rice. Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae causes bacterial leaf blight (BLB) disease, the worldwide rice production problem. As pathogen pathotypes vary, research into disease control advances rapidly. Thus, these trends must be mapped to inform future studies. This study aims to examine previous research using bibliometric and scientometric methods to inform future research. Scopus publication data was analyzed utilizing VOSviewer and CiteSpace. Research progress, popular research, productive countries, productive researchers, essential keywords, and global collaboration were explored. Analysis of recent research data predicts future trends. The findings indicate that 21st-century BLB research is advancing at an astounding rate and significantly surpasses that of previous periods, with 596 articles (91.69%) published during this era. Agricultural and Biological Sciences is the leading focus due to its substantial emphasis on genetics-related issues. A statistical analysis of the most prolific countries over the past two decades reveals that the United States, China, and India produce the highest number of articles. China and India are the two largest rice producers, respectively. Nevertheless, the most productive authors reveal that Szurek B (a French scientist) ranks first with a staggering twenty articles. Three main research clusters were found that consisted of “antibacterial agents vs. bacterial disease,” “plant resistance and immunity mechanisms,” and “pathogen virulence and pathogenicity genes.” The study about resistance genes against disease became the most cited article. We concluded that there are several future insights, including “further investigation into the alternative antibacterial agent and their formulation,” “spatial distribution, severity, and prevalence of BLB in multiple conditions,” “the microbial community on plant leaves,” and “additional research to comprehend the mechanism of the microbial community in the rice rhizosphere.” In addition, research on the stability of plant resistance genes to anticipate changes in pathogen pathotypes will be an alternative topic.

Behavioral Patterns of Social Media Users toward Policy: A Scientometric Analysis

This research explores the behavioural patterns of social media users in response to policies, bridging a gap in the literature by providing in-depth insights into the interaction between user behaviour and public policies relating to social media. An important contribution of this research lies in its holistic approach to understanding how social media users respond to various public policies and their impact on their behaviour. This research aims to explore the influence of the interaction between social media and public policy, understanding how user behaviour on these platforms affects responses to government policies. This study uses qualitative research methods with a scientometric approach. The main results underline the crucial role of social media not only as a communication channel but also as a significant influence tool in shaping public opinion and policy. These studies show that social media has a dual potential, which can support professional and community development, as well as influence government policies and actions through social interaction and information dissemination. However, negative impacts are also evident, such as in the spread of fake news that can significantly alter political views. The practical implications of this research emphasise the need for proactive and systematic government strategies in using social media for the dissemination of accurate information and combating fake news, thereby improving the effectiveness of policy communication and responsiveness to public needs.

Biomonitoring using comet assay in fish: a scientometric approach

The goal of this paper is to analyze the knowledge development on biomonitoring using comet assay on fishes. Were selected 154 papers in the ISI Web of Science and PubMed databases. The comet assay was used by 24.7% of the papers with the purpose to evaluate genotoxicity of polluted water. Comet assay is many times associated with other techniques, offering good results to increase efficiency in environmental assessment or to evaluate genotoxicity of pollutants individually.

Web of Science-Based Scientometric Assessment of the Importance of Filtered Water in Dentistry: Spatiotemporal Dynamics, Emerging Patterns, and Collaboration.

The aim of this study was to examine the characteristics of scientific production related to the use of filtered water in the field of dentistry. Material and Methods. A quantitative and descriptive observational study was carried out with a scientometric approach. Data were collected from the Web of Science (WOS) database during the period January 1991 to December 2023. A search strategy incorporating a combination of MeSH terms, including terms and thesauri related to "filtered water" and "dentistry", was used. R Studio version 4.3.2 and CiteSpace 6.2.R7 were used for data analysis. Over the 32-year study period, 227 scholarly papers from 134 different sources were reviewed. The literature in this field has shown an annual growth rate of 10.44%. During the year 2010, a steady movement in the number of publications and authors was observed, with considerable collaborative interaction. In the year 2020, a large interaction between publications and their citations was found. The "Citation Burst" graph identified three references that have experienced the largest "burst" of citations in an evaluated period. Lotka's law described the productivity of authors, finding that most authors have published only one paper, while a smaller number of authors have published two papers. Most authors contributed a small number of articles, while a few authors contributed a large amount of the existing literature. A comprehensive overview of the scientific production related to the use of filtered water in dentistry over a span of 32 years is provided. The results highlight the growing interdisciplinarity and international collaboration in this field. Finally, the importance of filtered water in dentistry and its growing relevance in the scientific literature are emphasized.

Mapping the research structure on Crohn’s disease in PubMed and Web of Science (2014-2023)

This research aims to generate a thematic analysis and scientific mapping of Crohn's disease research in PubMed and Web of Science databases. The current research is descriptive-cross-sectional and uses a scientometric approach. The required data was collected from Web of Science and PubMed databases on December 23, 2022, and the collection method used was census type. The collected data includes all the documents from 2014 to 2023 in PubMed and Web of Science. Vosviewer 1.6 software was used to draw scientific maps. Gastrointestinal hepatology was the most relevant topic. The United States of America ranked first with 13% of all scientific productions, while Iran ranked 41st in the world. Scientific maps showed the importance of studies related to women. The findings showed the importance of age, nutrition, biomarkers, endoscopy, and their relationship with Crohn's disease. The position of Iran's studies in the field of Crohn's disease was not very favorable among the countries of the world, and scientific maps showed the importance of studies related to women and adults as well as young people and revealed the increase of this disease among women in recent years. The importance of the role of nutrition in the immune system and digestive system in Crohn's disease was also shown.

Antibody-drug conjugates in urothelial carcinoma: scientometric analysis and clinical trials analysis.

In 2020, bladder cancer, which commonly presents as urothelial carcinoma, became the 10th most common malignancy. For patients with metastatic urothelial carcinoma, the standard first-line treatment remains platinum-based chemotherapy, with immunotherapy serving as an alternative in cases of programmed death ligand 1 expression. However, treatment options become limited upon resistance to platinum and programmed death 1 or programmed death ligand 1 agents. Since the FDA's approval of Enfortumab Vedotin and Sacituzumab Govitecan, the therapeutic landscape has expanded, heralding a shift towards antibody-drug conjugates as potential first-line therapies. Our review employed a robust scientometric approach to assess 475 publications on antibody-drug conjugates in urothelial carcinoma, revealing a surge in related studies since 2018, predominantly led by U.S. institutions. Moreover, 89 clinical trials were examined, with 36 in Phase II and 13 in Phase III, exploring antibody-drug conjugates as both monotherapies and in combination with other agents. Promisingly, novel targets like HER-2 and EpCAM exhibit substantial therapeutic potential. These findings affirm the increasing significance of antibody-drug conjugates in urothelial carcinoma treatment, transitioning them from posterior-line to frontline therapies. Future research is poised to focus on new therapeutic targets, combination therapy optimization, treatment personalization, exploration of double antibody-coupled drugs, and strategies to overcome drug resistance.

Current trends and spatial-temporal dynamics of veterinary dentistry research: A scientometric study.

Understanding dental care in dogs has made remarkable progress in veterinary medicine. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the academic literature published in veterinary dentistry from 1990 to 2023. A descriptive study was conducted using a scientometric approach and metadata from the Web of Science database. A search strategy adapted for this database was developed using MeSH and Emtree terms and the Boolean operators AND and OR. Using Bibliometrix, different metrics were evaluated to assess the scientific production of researchers and institutions and the impact of authors based on their publications. CiteSpace was also used for co-citation analysis and visualization of citation networks, trends, and patterns in this field of study over time. The bibliometric study analyzed 211 documents from 50 different sources from 1990 to 2023, with an annual growth rate of 6.5%, covering the period 1990-2023. A total of 474 authors were identified, with an average of 2.82 coauthors per paper and 11.85% international coauthorships. The average age of the papers was 12.4 years and 4.55 citations per paper. The most common types of documents were articles (154 documents). Research in veterinary dentistry has shown steady growth from 1990 to 2023. Although there have been fluctuations in article production over the years, there has been a steady growth in article production in veterinary dentistry in general. The annual average number of citations per article has varied over the years, reaching 45 in 2015. However, the average number of citations per article has decreased significantly from 2021 to 2023.

Transformational Application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Financial Technologies and Financial Services: A Bibliometric Review

In this study, I employ a multifaceted comprehensive scientometric approach to explore the intellectual underpinnings of AI and ML in financial research by examining the publication patterns of articles, journals, authors, institutions, and nations by leveraging quantitative techniques, that transcend conventional systematic literature reviews, enabling the effective analysis of vast scientometric and bibliographic data. By applying these approaches, I identify influential works, seminal contributions, thought leaders, topical clusters, research streams, and new research frontiers, ultimately fostering a deeper understanding of the knowledge structure in AI and ML finance research by considering publication records from 2010 to 2022 from several search engines and database sources. The present study finds a marked increase in publications from 2017 to 2022, which highlights a growing interest and expanding research activity in the field, indicating its potential significance and relevance in the contemporary academic landscape.

Forty-seven years of Iranian cardiovascular disease scientific publication: A bibliometric and altmetric analysis.

The present study was conducted to investigate the scientific contributions of Iranians in the field of cardiovascular research, as indexed in the Scopus database, using bibliometric and altmetric methods. This applied study was conducted with a scientometric approach, utilizing bibliometric and altmetric indicators. The research population consisted of the scientific works of Iranian researchers in the field of cardiovascular diseases, indexed in the Scopus database over a period of 47 years. For bibliometric analysis and the generation of co-citation, co-occurrence, and co-authorship maps, the authors employed VOS Viewer software and the bibliometrix package in the R programming language. In the final stage, articles mentioned on social media were analyzed and evaluated using an altmetric approach. The results indicated that the commencement point for the publication of documents was 1975, and there has been a steep increase in recent years. Moreover, the documents were primarily research articles out of 6853 retrieved documents, and a limited number of documents were single-authored. Other findings also revealed the co-authorship map of authors and the co-occurrence of words, highly cited authors and institutions, and highly frequent keywords, signifying the scientific collaboration of Iranian researchers with the United States and England. Altmetric analysis also demonstrated that 43.41% of documents were shared at least once on social media and had an Altmetric Attention score. Furthermore, the analysis of altmetric indices showed that Mendeley, Twitter, and News had the highest share of document mentions on social media, respectively. The findings of the study can offer valuable information to researchers, managers, and policy makers to become aware of the current state of research in the field of cardiovascular diseases and implement the necessary policies to inform society and enhance public health status.

Scientometric analysis of quantum-inspired metaheuristic algorithms

Quantum algorithms, based on the principles of quantum mechanics, offer significant parallel processing capabilities with a wide range of applications. Nature-inspired stochastic optimization algorithms have long been a research hotspot. The fusion of quantum mechanics with optimization methods can potentially address NP-hard problems more efficiently and exponentially faster. The potential advantages provided by the ground-breaking paradigm have expedited the scientific output of quantum-inspired optimization algorithms locale. Consequently, a pertinent investigation is required to explain how ground-breaking scientific advancements have evolved. The scientometric approach utilizes quantitative and qualitative techniques to analyze research publications to evaluate the structure of scientific knowledge. Henceforth, the current research presents a scientometric and systematic analysis of quantum-inspired metaheuristic algorithms (QiMs) literature from the Scopus database since its inception. The scientometric implications of the article offer a detailed exploration of the publication patterns, keyword co-occurrence network analysis, author co-citation analysis and country collaboration analysis corresponding to each opted category of QiMs. The analysis reveals that QiMs solely account to 26.66% of publication share in quantum computing and have experienced an impressive 42.59% growth rate in the past decade. Notably, power management, adiabatic quantum computation, and vehicle routing are prominent emerging application areas. An extensive systematic literature analysis identifies key insights and research gaps in the QiMs knowledge domain. Overall, the findings of the current article provide scientific cues to researchers and the academic fraternity for identifying the intellectual landscape and latest research trends of QiMs, thereby fostering innovation and informed decision-making.

A holistic literature review on entrepreneurial Intention: A scientometric approach

This paper reveals the scientific substrate underlying the literature on entrepreneurial intention (EI) tracking its diachronic evolution. It reviews the literature on EI from a holistic view over nearly 50 years (1970–2021), complementing previous reviews on this topic. We adopt a scientometric approach using bibliographic coupling, co-citation, and thematic strategic maps, enabling us to present the changing morphology of EI research over the years. Supported by VOSviewer and Bibliometrix, we analysed almost 2,000 documents, revealing how research on career choice, education, social psychology, and entrepreneurship have supported each other in developing this topic. The horizon for improving EI knowledge is still open. This paper invites researchers to add new issues to the research front and to break the ice of the intellectual base of this research field by contributing new research frameworks as well as offering ongoing improvements in psycho-social approaches to the individual.

Measuring the growth and impact of library and information science research in India: a multidimensional scientometric assessment

Purpose This study aims to provide insight into Library and Information Science (LIS) research in India using scientometric approaches. Web of Science (WoS) and SCOPUS databases were used for data retrieval. The study examines productivity in terms of source types, gender distribution, document formats, authorship and other factors. In addition, this study sought to identify trends or patterns in the research preferences of LIS scientists through text analysis. Design/methodology/approach Data were downloaded from the WoS and Scopus databases over 22 years and analysed using VOSviewer, Orange, Biblioshiny and CRExplorer softwares. Findings The findings reveal that 5,692 out of the 9,384 documents in both databases underwent the final examination. In total, 466 different sources produced all of those papers. Author analysis revealed that 6,603 different authors authored 5,692 documents. There were 4,209 male and 1,063 female authors. Furthermore, India shares maximum collaborations with the USA and England. The spectrogram features nine significant peaks corresponding to Lotka’s, Bradford’s and similar laws. Text analysis revealed that Indian LIS researchers have consistently investigated open access and digital or open libraries. Research limitations/implications The findings of this study will provide readers with a better understanding of India’s contribution to LIS. In addition, the study will help academics identify research gaps and undiscovered areas in the Indian context that require further investigation. Originality/value Not many studies highlight Indian research trends and international collaboration in LIS. This study highlights research trends, collaboration and gender productivity in LIS. The most cited references and trending topics were also identified using reference publication year spectroscopy and text analysis techniques.

Remote sensing of irrigation: Research trends and the direction to next-generation agriculture through data-driven scientometric analysis

Monitoring agricultural water usage with remote sensing technology has shown to be an effective strategy for dealing with water security in the digital era. Given the massive research over the last few decades, a scientometric approach is attempted to show an accurate picture and trends in remote sensing of irrigation research. This study retrieved 14,869 documents from the Scopus database related to remote sensing-guided irrigation studies during 2003–2022. This study employs a systematic approach to identify and analyze pertinent literature related to remote sensing of irrigation and highlights the most influential institutions, countries, and journals, as well as the prominent research subjects and trends. The analysis revealed that the research on remote sensing of irrigation had grown exponentially over the last two decades, indicating a growing interest in this field. Further, this study highlighted the contribution of satellite missions, specifically open-access imagery, to the field of irrigation research through the use of high-resolution sensors. This study offers comprehensive insight to researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in precise monitoring and management of irrigation, enabling them to effectively address forthcoming water security challenges.

Exploring Entrepreneurial Marketing Theory in the Context of SME Innovation: A Theoretical Review and Scientometric Approach

Exploring Entrepreneurial Marketing Theory in the Context of SME Innovation: A Theoretical Review and Scientometric Approach

Scientometric research of the migration waves of Ukrainian scientists at the beginning of the XXI century

The article contains the results of a scientometric assessment of the current state of scientific migration processes in Ukraine. Their features and main trends were identified, methodical approaches to their fixation and consolidation of the obtained data in national bibliometric systems were formed using methods of source studies and analysis of scientific publications on the researched topic, as well as methods of statistical, comparative and structural analysis. The sources of data for the research were the international multi-subject databases of scientific publications, Web of Science, Scopus, as well as the multidisciplinary registrar of unique scientific identifiers ORCID, the Scopus SCImago Journal & Country Rank indicator (for evaluating the scientific weight of publications) and the information-analytical system "Bibliometrics of Ukrainian science". The authors found that the phenomenon of scientific migration is constantly present in all periods of Ukraine's existence, and one of its consequences is the decline of the country's intellectual potential, marked by the deterioration of scientometric indicators of the activity of domestic science. At the same time, the positive consequences of intellectual migration have also been recorded, in particular, the conduct of scientific research in the conditions of emigration, which could not be carried out in the scientist's homeland, the increase in the knowledge of Ukrainian scientists and their demand, stimulation of the development of science in general. When analyzing the functionality of bibliometric and scientometric databases for monitoring changes in the affiliations of domestic scientists, the advantages of the ORCID registry as a source database for conducting scientometric studies of migration processes were revealed. The concept of a general approach to recording and evaluating the phenomenon of scientific migration of domestic scientists by national bibliometric systems is proposed, which should involve a combination of the citation-numerological scientometric approach with expert conclusions.

Bibliometric analysis of Indonesia's labor dynamics: Future works, digital transformations, and contemporary employment landscape shifts

This study conducts a comprehensive literature review to understand the direction and trends in contemporary labor studies, emphasizing significant global issues attracting scientific attention. Employing a scientometric approach, recent research data is explored using bibliometric analysis. The research adopts a mixed-methods approach, utilizing National Labor Statistics and conducting Focus Group Discussions (FGD) for nuanced insights into labor conditions in Indonesia. A bibliometric analysis of Scientific Labor Research Articles in Scopus (2020-2022) identifies trends and classifies global labor-related topics. Results highlight challenges in the labor landscape, driven by technological advancements and globalization, impacting job security, creating skill gaps, and raising concerns about the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The informal sector, particularly pronounced in Indonesia, poses challenges related to poverty, inequality, and the gig economy. Emerging issues like informal care for the elderly, social capital, and informal learning call for nuanced policy approaches. Indonesia's aging population adds complexity, requiring sustainable support mechanisms for healthcare and social services. The digital landscape, specifically Fintech, plays a significant role, yet research gaps persist. Bridging the digital talent gap is crucial for effective digital transformation, necessitating collaboration between government, educational institutions, and industry players. Challenges in Fintech development highlight the importance of initiatives promoting digital literacy, ethical practices, and regulatory frameworks. In conclusion, a holistic and collaborative approach is essential for navigating complexities and fostering sustainable economic growth.

Education in Emergencies: Mapping the Global Education Research Landscape in the Context of the COVID-19 Crisis

This study uses an education in emergencies (EiE) lens and a scientometric approach to examine the educational research landscape during the COVID-19 pandemic by analyzing 95,628 publications indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection database from 2020 to February 2023. It employed descriptive and network approaches to map growth trajectory, productivity, social structure, conceptual structure, and research methodologies used in the retrieved sources. The findings reveal a steady increase in publications on education and COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic. However, the majority of productive countries and institutions are in the Global North, with limited representation from the Global South, except for China. English is the dominant language in publications, and funding agencies from English-speaking countries are the most active. The most frequently occurring keywords revolve around performativity, institutions, teaching methodologies, attitudes, and experiences, while keywords related to social justice are a peripheral focus. Publications mainly focus on technical and methodological aspects of education, such as online teaching and learning. Most productive journals represent a mix of foci and are not limited to distance learning. The extracted literature showcases diversity in research methodologies used. Future studies should use systematic reviews on narrow topics to evaluate the effects of the pandemic, inform decision-making, enhance education system resilience, and envision a more equitable education system. The study’s contributions are notable for its unique EiE perspective, comprehensive scope, extensive data extraction, and meticulous examination of research design, effectively addressing limitations in bibliometric software.

UMA ANÁLISE CIENTOMÉTRICA SOBRE INSTITUIÇÕES NA PESQUISA DE NEGÓCIOS INTERNACIONAIS

ABSTRACT This paper explores the co-evolution of international business studies and institutions, employing a scientometric approach and bibliometric review on the application of institutional concepts in international business studies, outlining a research agenda. We compiled a database of 3,520 articles and conducted a scientometric analysis to examine the evolution of the term “institutions” in international business in ABS-ranked journals. Our findings show that (1) over the past two decades, there has been a shift in the use of the term institutions from a political and economic connotation to a sociological perspective to explain how firms adopt strategies, make decisions, and address intra-national problems during the internationalization process; (2) traditional approaches were found to be insufficient in explaining context-dependent events that affect international business; and (3) China has emerged as a critical player in international business studies, which has helped to redirect the focus of institutions from political and economic aspects to the sociological context. Finally, we propose an agenda for future research, highlighting potential pitfalls and remedies.

The Scientific Production of Providing Health Services to the Elderly: A Scientometric Study

Introduction: Today, paying due attention to providing primary health services for the elderly is of high importance, and significant studies have been conducted in this regard in the world. The present study aimed to analyze the performance and drawing a scientific map of publications in the field of geriatric health services with a scientometric approach. Methods: In this scientometric study, all the scientific outputs in the field of geriatric health services in the Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE-Web of Science) in the period from 1980 to August 18, 2023 were included. For data analysis, biblioshiny and Excel software were used. Results: Among 33238 documents in the field of geriatric health services indexed in the SCIE, the most of them were original articles. The growth trend of these documents was increasing so that the lowest number is related to 1987 with two documents and the highest number is related to 2022 with 3315 documents. BMJ Open was the most productive journal and Lancet was the most cited journal in this field. Univ Toronto was the most prolific institution and Cohen AD was the most prolific author. The keywords health services research and epidemiology were the most frequent. Conclusion: By presenting a comprehensive picture of the current state of studies in the field of geriatric health services, this study can determine the direction of future research. In addition, the findings of the present study can guide the direction and effectiveness of the research in this field.