Funding Source Research Articles

A Conceptual Framework of the Retirement Savings Behavior among Civil Servants in Malaysia

The feasibility of maintaining a comfortable standard of living for civil servants in Malaysia is frequently questioned due to their reliance on pensions as the primary source of retirement funds, which may not suffice to cover the rising retirement costs. To address this issue, civil servants could consider accumulating savings during their working years instead of solely depending on pension disbursements. This academic discourse examines the effect of the independent variables of attitudes towards retirement savings (financial risk tolerance, past behaviours, and subjective norms as psychological elements) and financial considerations (tax incentives) on retirement savings behaviour. Additionally, the research also explores the moderating role of perceived government policy and perceived behavioural control with its antecedents, namely financial literacy, self-control between the independent variables, and retirement savings behaviour among civil servants in Malaysia. Drawing from the extended interactive theory of planned behaviour, amalgamated theories comprising the interactive theory of planned behaviour, rationale choice theory, and the behavioural economic model and existing literature, this article introduces a conceptual framework detailing the determinants influencing the RSB of civil servants in Malaysia. The proposed framework has the potential to benefit various stakeholders, particularly civil servants seeking to prepare adequately for their retirement years.

Трансформация структуры государственного долга по составу кредиторов в странах Центральной Азии и Южного Кавказа

The rapid growth of public debt in developing countries in recent years and the increasing risks associated with this process emphasize the importance of research in this area. The article examines one of the key aspects of public debt management — the structure of creditors’ debt portfolio. The object of the study is the public debt of four countries of Central Asia and three countries of the South Caucasus. The states of this region are important foreign economic partners of Russia, their contribution to mutual trade and realization of joint projects is growing. Their role in the global and regional economy is also expanding, including participation in major transport and logistics projects designed to increase the connectivity of Eurasia. The study is based on the data of international organizations on the total volume of public debt, debt to individual external creditors and the dynamics of macroeconomic indicators. The article examines changes in the structure of the main groups of creditors for each country over three long-term periods and analyzes similarities and differences in the observed structural shifts. It also decomposes the indicator of public debt dynamics and estimates the contribution of the economic growth factor and the effects of changes in countries’ debt to certain groups of creditors. The study identified the following key trends in public debt structural changes: 1) the declining role of bilateral loans from developed and developing countries since the 2000s; 2) the continued strong influence of debt raised from international financial organizations and development banks in most countries throughout the period under study; 3) in a number of countries, a gradual increase in market sources of debt financing (domestic and Eurobonds); the increasing role of loans from China — in the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Tajikistan, etc. The study identifies reasons for these structural changes, and concludes with a discussion of the risks associated with the observed shifts in the structure of public debt.

Impact of Local Government Debt on Regional Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Evidence from China

Local government debt serves as a crucial source of funding for local governments to provide public services and steer regional economic development. Exploring the impact of local government debt on regional innovation and entrepreneurship holds significant practical importance. This paper uses the data of 295 cities in China from 2015 to 2020 and uses the fixed effect model for empirical analysis. Our findings reveal a positive association between local government debt and regional innovation and entrepreneurship. This positive effect is attributed to the amplification of both the venture capital agglomeration effect and the technology agglomeration effect. Moreover, this relationship is particularly pronounced in cities characterized by high fiscal transparency, officials’ promotion pressure, and poor business environment. Ultimately, this paper enriches the existing literature by enhancing our comprehension of the economic implications of local government debt and the factors influencing regional innovation and entrepreneurship. Furthermore, it furnishes empirical evidence regarding the effectiveness of local government debt management in China.

Финансовые аспекты поддержки развития субъектов малого бизнеса в целях инновационного развития экономики

The development of the business sector is a significant factor in a stable and developing economy. This statement is based on the opportunity for small and medium-sized businesses to create new jobs, optimal management of financial resources in the current macroeconomic circumstances. In turn, a stable source of budget revenues is formed for the state through taxes and fees. The conducted studies of statistical data on the financial and economic activities of small businesses for the period from 2017 to 2013 revealed an increase in the total turnover (revenue) by 28.57 %. The study of the financial and economic activities of this sector of the economy in the regional aspect by the constituent entities of the Russian Federation revealed a significant increase in entrepreneurial activity, primarily in the Volga Federal District. The turnover (revenue) indicator increased by 2.29 billion rubles, reaching a significant volume of 6.0 billion rubles as of January 1, 2024. The main sources of financing for small businesses are their own funds, as well as borrowed (credit) resources. An important aspect of the state policy to support the financing of small businesses is the development of alternative instruments: crowdfunding platforms, venture investment, regional events to evaluate start-ups, etc. This approach is largely aimed at expanding financing, through which it is possible to more actively develop the activities of small businesses for the purpose of innovative development of the economy

What happens after the funding ends?: A qualitative sustainability investigation of emergency department-based peer support programs implemented as part of Indiana's opioid state targeted response initiative

Introduction: In 2017, funding disseminated through the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Opioid State Targeted Response (STR) program accelerated the expansion of peer recovery support services across several states to engage emergency department patients presenting with opioid use disorder. While there is some literature on the initial implementation of these programs, little is known about their sustainability after the STR funding's end. Identifying what happened to these programs is a key component of understanding their ultimate impact and can inform future activities to develop, fund, or sustain similar efforts. Methods: We collected qualitative data from six organizations that participated in Indiana's STR-funded Recovery Coaching and Peer Support Initiative (RCPSI). The semi-structured interview guide was designed to gather data related to eight domains of sustainability (i.e., environmental support, funding stability, partnerships, organizational capacity, program evaluation, program adaptation, program evaluation, communications, and strategic planning). The analysts followed a deductive-inductive analysis approach, using the eight domains as an a priori coding structure and developing higher-level inductive themes. Results: A total of ten individuals (roles included 4 Program Supervisors, 2 Nurse Administrators, a Psychiatric Social Worker, a Mobile Treatment Manager, a Grant Coordinator, and a Vice President of Planning) participated in six interviews. Two programs did not sustain services, primarily because they lacked a sufficient volume of eligible patients to justify services. Factors identified as supporting sustainability in the other four programs included (1) identification of alternate funding sources, (2) evolving internal support for ED-based opioid use disorder treatment, and (3) investment in internal and external relationships. Furthermore, these themes operated across multiple sustainability domains. Conclusions: The findings illustrate a dynamic interplay between program context and multiple theorized sustainability domains that impacted the viability of RCPSI programs after the end of STR funding. Results indicate a need for a better understanding of the factors influencing the sustainability of programs supported by federal funding to mitigate the opioid crisis, and such findings will likely apply to a broader range of grant-supported programs.

The reporting completeness of observational systematic reviews and meta-analysis in social science could be improved: a cross-sectional survey

ObjectiveTo evaluate and compare the reporting quality of observational systematic reviews and meta-analyses (OSRMA) published in Chinese and English-language social science journals using the Meta-analyses Of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (MOOSE) guideline. Study design and settingWe searched the Social Science Core Index (SSCI) via Web of Science and the Chinese Social Science Core Index (CSSCI) via China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) databases for OSRMAs published from 2012 to 2022 (before December 2022). The process of literature search, selection, and data extraction were performed double blind. ResultsWe identified 634 OSRMAs, of which 349 were in English-language journals and 285 in Chinese-language journals. The mean reporting completeness rate was 54.6%, and reviews in English had higher reporting completeness than those in Chinese (55.2% vs. 53.9%). All the reviews reported well on background, method, and conclusion, with average reporting rates of 68.1%, 65.2%, and 88.8%, respectively. However, the reporting of search strategy was ignored, with an average rate of 42.9% for reviews in English and 25.8% for reviews in Chinese, especially on the qualifications of searchers, effort to include all available studies, search-software used, handling unpublished studies, and contact with authors. The reporting transparency of these reviews was statistically significantly influenced by multiple review factors, including the language of journals, year of publication, the number of authors, the reporting guideline followed, and the declaration of funding source. ConclusionOSRMAs in social science demonstrate low reporting quality, especially in Chinese-language journals. We suggest adapting the MOOSE guideline to the social science context and promoting its use among researchers and reviewers in this field.

Intersectionality Between Country, Gender and Funding in Authorship for Phase III Trials Presented at the ASCO Annual Meeting 2022.

Multiple disparities have been recognized in the area of location, gender, and funding for leadership in oncology clinical trials. Understanding their intersectionality is crucial to be able to formulate policies and actions, to ensure research is representative of the global oncology community. Here, data from phase III trials presented at the ASCO Annual Meeting of 2022 (ASCO22) were analyzed. The location of institution, gender of lead and senior authors, and funding source for solid tumor phase III trial abstracts presented at the ASCO22 were analyzed. World Bank analytical grouping version 2021-2022 was used to describe regions and countries as high (HIC), upper-middle (UMIC), lower-middle (LoMIC), and low-income (LIC). Across 239 phase III abstracts, lead and senior authors respectively represented HIC institutions in 83% and 85%, UMIC in 13% and 12%, and LoMIC in 4% and 3%. No authors worked in LICs or sub-Saharan Africa. Women accounted for 29% of lead and 23% of senior authors. This distribution persisted across regions, with women as lead authors ranging from 19% (UMIC) to 31% (HIC), and as senior authors from 7% (UMIC) to 25% (HIC). Industry funded 62% of trials, academia 17%, and others 15%; 6% lacked funding. Industry funding was highest in HIC trials (66% for lead and senior authors), followed by UMICs (55% lead, 53% senior) and LoMICs (11% lead, 0% senior). Industry-sponsored trials were proportionally equally represented among female and male senior authors (63% each). There is marked intersectionality in leadership of oncology clinical trials presented at the world's largest oncology conference.

Does ligation risk matter for the choice between bank debt and public debt?

We examine the impact of liberal judge ideology, as an exogenous proxy for litigation risk, on firms' choice of debt structure. In line with the substitution of governance mechanisms hypothesis, we find that U.S. firms headquartered in circuits dominated by liberal judges rely less on bank debt financing. We also show that the substitution away from bank borrowing arising from liberal judge ideology leads to a greater reliance on other financing alternatives, such as public debt and equity financing. Additional analyses indicate that the effect of liberal judge ideology is amplified for firms operating in competitive markets, firms facing tighter financial constraints, and firms with more growth opportunities. The governance substitution effect is however less pronounced for firms with higher institutional ownership. Overall, our findings suggest that, by exacerbating litigation risk, liberal judge ideology induces firms to trade-off creditor governance stemming from bank debt with governance by litigation, thus decreasing their reliance on bank debt in favor of alternative financing sources with less strict constraints and lower monitoring of managerial behavior.

Corporate Tax Enforcement and Business Activity

ABSTRACT We examine the consequences of corporate tax enforcement for business activity. Using two different empirical approaches—a regional design and a firm-level design—we document that corporate tax enforcement is negatively associated with business activity, as measured by establishments and employment. This association is economically significant and is robust to tests that mitigate concerns regarding endogeneity and measurement. Furthermore, we find that the negative association between tax enforcement and business activity varies substantially in the cross-section. Specifically, we find that it is weaker for regions and firms with greater access to external financing sources and is stronger for regions and firms where compliance costs are likely higher and for which the ex ante costs of tax enforcement are greater. Our findings suggest that the effects of tax enforcement on business activity are economically important and heterogeneous, which should be of interest to academics and policymakers. JEL Classifications: H25; H26; R11; R12.

Assurance financing and developing entrepreneurship from the state budget

In the presented article, the author focuses on highlighting the concepts of financial insurance and financial security by highlighting some theoretical approaches as fundamental elements in various processes, relations and structures of the state through the financial insurance of all actors of an economy who are involved in various levels of financial relations among citizens, especially those citizens who form the entrepreneurial environment and state institutions. The fundamental aspect is focused on ensuring the financial sources from the state budget directed towards domestic enterprises being for citizens who form the entrepreneurial environment a financial support in various activities, which are oriented towards the development and strengthening of this environment and thereby strengthening the economic processes within the state.

Cash flow and capital investment: Empirical evidence of firms in services and consumer goods sector

This paper explores the relationship between cash flow and capital investment of a firm. Using a panel of Nigerian publicly quoted firms in the services and consumer goods sectors, we found that cash flow is insignificantly related to capital investment. This observed insignificant relationship is stronger in episodes where we have a sub-sample of younger firms. The younger firms recording insignificant relationships revealed that these firms cannot easily access external funds when there is a cash flow shortfall because of their low level of experience in their socio-economic networks. On the evidence of older firms, the study shows that when there is a cash flow shortfall for older firms, these firms may face difficulties in financing their investment with internal sources of funds; though, these firms can easily access external funds because of their level of experience in socio-economic networks. The results provide support that internal and external sources of funds can be substituted perfectly for experienced firms.

Maṣādiru Tamwīlil Ta’līmi fī al-Madrasati al-Islāmīyati min Manẓūri Niẓami Tamwili at-Ta’limi fī Indūnisiyā

Education has a very important role in promoting the civilization of the nation. A good education can encourage the creation of a good, creative and productive society so that it can finally achieve the goals of the state. Through this Indonesian national education system, the government must be able to ensure the equitable distribution of educational opportunities, as well as the importance and efficiency of education management to meet challenges in line with the changing demands of local, national and global life. The budget allocation system for education in Indonesia is strongly influenced by government policies. The researcher used the library research method by collecting information and data with the help of various materials found in the library such as reference books, similar previous research results, articles, notes and various journals related to the problem to be solved. Research activities are carried out by collecting information and data with the help of various materials in the library such as reference books, similar previous research results, articles, notes and various journals related to the problem to be solved. The research concluded that the financing of education in Indonesia through seven sources: Sources of funding from the central government from Law No. 20 of 2003 on the national education system, Article 49 "Education funds other than education salaries and official education costs are allocated at a minimum of 20% of the state budget and a minimum of 20% of the local revenue budget called the Public Allocation Fund and partially added with the Special Allocation Fund, local governments, parents of students, adoptive parents, community groups, students themselves and sources of institutions or associations.

Study on the characteristics of sweetener reference material (aspartame, acesulfame potassium, sodium saccharin) in orange juice

To conduct the validity of test results, various measures such as proficiency testing, inter-laboratory comparisons, or the use of standard samples and quality control samples, etc. may be chosen. Participation in proficiency testing or inter-laboratory comparisons is sometimes not feasible for laboratories due to objective conditions such as funding sources, lack of suppliers, or absence of a suitable program for the sample matrix and criteria needed. Therefore, the use of standard samples or quality control samples is a good option. However, most standard samples are not readily available in Vietnam and often have to be imported, which is costly, and many specific types of samples are not yet produced. In this study, sweetener standards (aspartame, acesulfame potassium, sodium saccharin) in natural orange juice and flavored orange juice were created to investigate the characteristics of these two types of reference material. The samples achieved homogeneity and stability over 360 days for natural orange juice and 530 days for flavored orange juice from the production date. The certified values of aspartame, acesulfame potassium, sodium saccharin, and the measurement uncertainty in natural orange juice were 430 ± 24.2 mg/L, 270 ± 12.0 mg/L, 258 ± 16.2 mg/L, respectively, and in flavored orange juice were 588 ± 28.4 mg/L, 711 ± 31.2 mg/L, 355 ± 20.8 mg/L, respectively, which are consistent with the concentrations of sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium, sodium saccharin) in beverages according to Circular No. 24/2019/TT-BYT of the Ministry of Health.

A multicentre, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of topical oestradiol gel for endometrial regeneration after induced abortion.

Is topical oestradiol gel effective in promoting endometrial regeneration after a surgical abortion? Topical oestradiol gel is effective in promoting endometrial regeneration after a surgical abortion with few side-effects. Oestrogen is effective in promoting endometrial regeneration. Transdermal oestrogen has been widely used in clinical practice for endometrial regeneration after induced abortion, but high-level evidence is limited. We conducted a multicentre, superiority, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Between 9 March 2022 and 21 February 2023, 200 women were assigned in a 1:1 ratio to receive either oestradiol gel (treatment) and or oestradiol gel simulant (control) for 28 days. The participants were scheduled to have their endometrial thickness (mm) measured by ultrasonographic scan at 21-23 days post-abortion. The trial was blinded for participants, investigators, medical staff, and statistical analysts until final unblinding. Participants were women undergoing induced abortion within 10 weeks of gestation. A total of 200 participants were enrolled, with 100 in each group. Eighty-eight (88%) in the treatment group and 82 (82%) in the control group completed the study as per the protocol and were included in the per-protocol set (PPS). The intent-to-treat (ITT) analysis included all participants randomized to the study groups and used inverse probability weighting to account for loss to follow-up. The ITT analysis showed revealed significantly greater endometrial thickness in the treatment group (mean 8.1 ± 2.5 mm) compared to the control group (mean 6.9 ± 2.1 mm) 21-23 days postabortion (mean difference 1.2 mm, 95% CI 0.7 to 1.9; P < 0.001). The median time to menstrual return was shorter in the treatment group (34 days, inter-quartile range [IQR] 30-38) than in the control group (35 days, IQR 32-42), with a difference of -1 day (95% CI -2.3 to -0.9; P = 0.036). No differences were observed in the timing or volume of bleeding in the first post-abortion cycle. The PPS analysis mirrored the ITT findings. Adverse events were minimal (6% versus 8%), and the blood profile, liver, kidney and coagulation test results were comparable between groups (all P > 0.05). Loss to follow-up was 11% in the treatment group and 15% of controls, with no significant difference (P > 0.05). Inconsistencies in the timing of the ultrasonographic scans may have affected the accuracy of endometrial thickness measurements. Our findings suggest that topical oestrogen supplementation immediately after abortion within the first 10 weeks of gestation improves endometrial regeneration and growth, thereby potentially increasing the chances of a successful subsequent pregnancy. Clinical application of these findings may improve endometrial health management practices and provide a perspective on fertility treatment and women's reproductive health. This study was supported by a grant (FW-HKKT2021111501900) from Jianmin Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd (JMPG), Wuhan, Hubei, China. Both the oestradiol gel and the simulant were provided by JMPG. The funding source had no role in the study. X.Y.L. reports JMPG grant funding paid to their institutions. All other authors declare no competing interests. CHiCTR2100053565. 24 November 2021. 9 March 2022.

Universal Access to Healthcare in Cameroon: Financing Sources

Purpose: The research aims to identify sustainable sources of funding the implementation of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Cameroon, in response to the current situation where households finance 70% of healthcare costs, and healthcare is largely unaffordable for many social groups. Material and Methods : The study used an exploratory qualitative approach in the Bangue Health District in the Littoral Region of Cameroon. Fifteen people participated in this study during ten days. Participants were selected using the purposive sampling method. Data were collected by means of a semi-structured interview guide. A general inductive approach was used to analyse the collected data. Findings: The main findings indicated that the identified funding sources are primarily based on local resources, including: 1) the State, through the budget allocated to healthcare; 2) the implementation of a health tax based on different sectors of activity; 3) contributions from the Diaspora; and 4) assistance from external and internal partners. Resource mobilisation could be carried out by decentralised government departments, with management overseen by an autonomous UHC body created for the project. Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy : Considering the findings, the State should : 1) Raise public awareness and provide training on UHC ; 2) Equip healthcare facilities with adequate human and material resources ; 3) Decentralise the structures for collecting UHC-related funds ; 4) Ensure the security of the collected funds to operationalise UHC effectively.

Diversifikasi Sumber Keuangan Perguruan Tinggi Melalui Pendirian Koperasi Syariah

The quality of higher education does not only talk about the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, but many other aspects that must be improved, including from the financial side. There needs to be diversification (diversity of financial sources) as an effort to improve the quality of education through other financial sources. One of the solutions that can be done is through the establishment of Sharia Cooperatives. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of diversifying financial resources of higher education through sharia cooperatives. The object of this research is STAI Ki Ageng Pekalongan. This research is descriptive research with a qualitative approach. The data collection techniques carried out are observation (observation), interviews, and documentation. The results of this research analysis conclude that through the establishment of sharia cooperatives in STAI Ki Ageng Pekalongan can help in diversifying financial resources. The presence of sharia cooperatives can reduce dependence on only one source of income and can be used to improve the quality of education at STAI Ki Ageng Pekalongan.

Rural development: the basis for the realization of agrarian policy

Among the problems currently existing in the regions of Kazakhstan is the increasing outflow of able-bodied population from rural areas and localization in the suburban zone of cities. The aim- is to identify the causes of deterioration of the demographic situation in rural settlements (RS) and to develop recommendations for stabilization of the rural economy in the West Kazakhstan region. Methods - retrospective when obtaining data for past periods of time, comparative analysis - to compare the information obtained, on the basis of economic and statistical method the selection and analysis of statistical indicators of the Bureau of National Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan, used information from scientific institutions, official sources, defined absolute and relative parameters, average values. Results - it is shown that the main factors of degradation of most rural areas of Western Kazakhstan are the lack of a clear vision of the role and place of rural residents and rural areas in the socio-economic development of the republic, weakening of state regulation in the sectors of agriculture. Conclusions - the prospects for building the capacity of rural areas of the West Kazakhstan region is associated with a number of interrelated problems that need to be solved as soon as possible, primarily modernization of social and technical infrastructure, increasing the motivation of the economically active part of the rural population in mastering new knowledge and technologies, which will increase labor income and effective demand of rural residents for goods and services. The study indicates that in rural areas the situation with investment and expansion of small business activities is ambiguous. It is necessary to emphasize the small business entities in the sphere of agrarian production and the formation of social facilities - housing, catering enterprises, social and cultural facilities, education, pre-school education, sports and recreational facilities. This author's position provides for the possibility of forming greater investment attractiveness and attracting extra-budgetary sources of financing. Elimination of environmental barriers will require improvement of the current regulatory and legal framework.

Legal Transformation of Trading Businesses into Individual Limited Companies for Indonesian Micro and Small Enterprises

This study discusses the transformation from a Trading Business (UD) to an Individual Limited Company (PT Perorangan) as an effort to empower micro and small enterprises in Indonesia. In the context of corporate law, this transformation provides a strong legal basis and good corporate governance, enabling a Trading Business to obtain legal entity status as well as broader access to funding sources and legal protection. Utilizing a normative legal research approach, this study analyzes related legislation and assesses its impact on the sustainability of micro and small enterprises. The findings indicate that this transformation not only enhances legal certainty but also offers opportunities for companies to grow more professionally and sustainably. Moreover, the obligation to report financial documents digitally increases transparency and trust among business partners. The findings of this study are expected to make a significant contribution to the literature on empowering small businesses and encourage the government to continue supporting the transformation of Trading Businesses into Individual Limited Companies as part of an inclusive economic development strategy.

Willingness analysis of middle-aged and older people’s participation in reverse mortgage schemes

Enabling older adults to age at home is an urgent issue. This study focuses on the attitudes of middle-aged and older people (MAOP) in the capital cities of Taiwan, which are characterised by expensive housing prices and living costs, to examine their preferences for reverse mortgage (RM) schemes. The stated preference method and conditional multinomial logit model are utilised for analysis. The study simulates the total payment duration (TPD) and monthly payment amounts (MPA) to determine the market share of MAOPs’ choices regarding terms. The results indicate that MAOPs tend to opt for RM schemes when they have children, partly enhancing the preference toward the long-term alternative (AL). Increasing the MPA has a positive effect on the market share of the AL scheme, but the amount must be increased to 90% to replace the market share of non-participation schemes significantly. The experimental design of this study could serve as a reference for future RM scheme designs. The findings suggest that there should be more alternative funding sources in an ageing society, particularly through revitalising housing assets, to promote ageing in place.

Global Insights and Trends in Research on Dermatophytes and Dermatophytosis: A Bibliometric Analysis.

Dermatophytosis, caused by dermatophytes, affects up to 25% of people globally, with higher rates observed in Africa and Asia. While these infections are usually superficial, they can become severe in immunocompromised individuals. Despite their high prevalence, scientific research on dermatophytes is limited and the epidemiological data available are insufficient. In addition, diagnostic methods are not standardised and there are challenges with resistance to antifungals. This study aimed to conduct a bibliometric analysis of scientific publications related to dermatophytes and dermatophytosis to assess research output and trends. A bibliometric analysis of publications from 2000 to 2023 in Web of Science and Scopus examined trends, citation counts, publication types, key journals, top authors and institutions and funding sources. The analysis revealed a significant increase in dermatophyte-related publications, with 15,868 articles retrieved from the Web of Science and 23,189 from Scopus. Research articles dominated the output, constituting 76.2% in Web of Science and 80% in Scopus. Peak publication years were 2019, 2021 and 2022 in Web of Science, and 2020, 2021 and 2023 in Scopus, with lower output between 2000 and 2002. The United States and India were the leading contributors, followed by Brazil and China, though citation metrics varied. Although there has been a rise in the number of publications, the amount of research conducted on dermatophytes is still very limited in comparison with other types of fungal diseases. Dermatophyte-related research has increased over the past 2 decades. However, research gaps remain, particularly compared with other fungal diseases. Advances in diagnostics, antifungal testing and taxonomic classification are urgently needed. The study underscores the need for continued research and global collaboration to address these issues.