Strength Of Link Research Articles

Global trends in research of venous thromboembolism associated with lower limb joint arthroplasty: A bibliometric analysis.

This study aims to visualize publications related to venous thromboembolism (VTE) and lower limb joint arthroplasty to identify research frontiers and hotspots, providing references and guidance for further research. We retrieved original articles published from 1985 to 2022 and their recorded information from the Web of Science Core Collection. The search strategy used terms related to knee or hip arthroplasty and thromboembolic events. Microsoft Excel was used to analyze the annual publications and citations of the included literature. The rest of the data were analyzed using the VOSviewer, citespace and R and produced visualizations of these collaborative networks. We retrieved 3543 original articles and the results showed an overall upward trend in annual publications. The United States of America had the most significant number of publications (Np) and collaborative links with other countries. McMaster University had the greatest Np. Papers published by Geerts WH in 2008 had the highest total link strength. Journal of Arthroplasty published the most articles on the research of VTE associated with lower limb joint arthroplasty. The latest research trend mainly involved "general anesthesia" "revision" and "tranexamic acid." This bibliometric study revealed that the research on VTE after lower limb joint arthroplasty is developing rapidly. The United States of America leads in terms of both quantity and quality of publications, while European and Canadian institutions and authors also make significant contributions. Recent research focused on the use of tranexamic acid, anesthesia selection, and the VTE risk in revision surgeries.

Mapping Knowledge Landscapes and Emerging Trends of Sarcopenic Obesity in Older Adults: A Bibliometric Analysis From 2004 to 2023.

Background The prevalence of obesity in combination with sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength or physical function, is on the rise among adults aged 65 years and older. A significant portion of this demographic now falls under the classification of sarcopenic obesity, a high-risk geriatric syndrome predominantly seen in an aging population vulnerable to compounded complications from both sarcopenia and obesity. It is essential to promptly evaluate the impact of academic research in this field, taking into account factors such as geographical regions, authors, journals, and institutions. Furthermore, exploring current topics and identifying potential areas that could inspire future researchers to conduct additional studies is crucial for advancing overall health in this population. Methodology A search was conducted in the Web of Science Core Collection database to identify English language articles and reviews focusing on sarcopenic obesity in older adults, published between January 1, 2004, and December 31, 2023. Bibliometric analysis was performed using VOSviewer (v.1.6.18) and CiteSpace (v.6.1.R2). Results A total of 985 original English-language articles were collected, consisting of 783 articles and 202 reviews. The volume of research publications in this field has shown significant growth since 2012. The United States leads in contributions, with 239 articles (24.3% of the total) and the highest number of citations at 18,403, along with the highest total link strength. The University of Melbourne in Australia stands out with 25 published articles (2.5% of the total). University of Verona in Italy has the most citations at 9,405, and Monash University in Australia has the highest total link strength at 53. Among prolific authors, John A. Batsis from Duke University is the most productive with 24 articles (2.4% of the total). The journal "Nutrients" has the most articles on sarcopenic obesity in older adults, publishing 54 articles (5.5% of the total). Key topics in this area include sarcopenia, obesity, sarcopenic obesity, and elderly. Recent interventions focus on "nutrition" and "exercise" for sarcopenic obesity in older adults. Conclusions Research on sarcopenic obesity in older adults has seen significant growth on a global scale from 2004 to 2023, indicating a promising area for further study with potential benefits from current advancements. Although academic inquiries have shed light on various aspects of sarcopenic obesityin older adults, there remains a noticeable dearth of clinical research and evidence-based medicine on the effective management of this condition in elderly individuals. Future studies could focus on developing tailored interventions for older adults with sarcopenic obesity.

A Bibliometrics Visualization Analysis of Sustainable Green Supply Chain Management in Small and Medium Enterprises

This bibliometric study entails an analysis of publications about green supply chain management (GSCM) within small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The research aims to scrutinize the research performance concerning GSCM in SMEs. This study identifies countries, leading journals, scholars, and research themes. This research adopts bibliometric methods to focus on publications between 2007 and 2024, sourced from the Scopus database and limited to English-language publications. The document type analyzed is articles, yielding 133 qualifying articles for analysis using Rstudio and VOSviewer. Results indicate rapid growth in studies on GSCM in SMEs since 2007. Influential countries in the realm of GSCM within SME contexts include China, Indonesia, India, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom. Furthermore, the Journal of Cleaner Production and author Le TT emerge as the most prolific scholarly output in this domain. Supply Chain Management, GSCM, and SMEs are frequently recurring keywords, totalling 407 keyword link strengths. Keyword analysis over time indicates a trend towards adopting newly pertinent terms such as human resources, technology, circular economy (CE), trade, and business. Thus, utilising GSCM signifies promising prospects for SMEs in the future. This study adopts bibliometric methods based on document-type articles from the Scopus database collected as of March 15, 2024. Publications based on document types such as conference papers, conference reviews, book chapters, and sources outside the Scopus database, such as WoS, are disregarded in this research. The study reveals that the sustainable implementation of GSCM in SMEs is an emerging requirement and complex to manage for SMEs, necessitating new concepts and appropriate strategies for implementation. This study objectively evaluates research progress in GSCM within SMEs, highlighting research achievements and gaps while discussing contributions to the scholarly community.

TRACING THE MAGNITUDE OF PUBLICATION ON CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 2010-2023: A BIBLIOMETRICS ANALYSIS

Purpose- This study is designed to examine the bibliometrics analysis of existing studies with VOSviewer to provide a perspective to researchers who will work on corporate social responsibility. The objective of this study to investigates current trend in this area of research, what the related concepts are that affect CSR and to investigate the literature in this context. Methodology- The current research study was selected in the span of 2010 to 2023 and the total number of research papers published during this period was 235. Findings- The results of analysis determine that first study dealing with CSR theme was published in 1991. Afterwards, another study was published in 2003, 2006, 2008,2009,2010,2012,2013,11 studies were published in 2015 and 14 studies in 2016. After 2022 number of studies increased, 24 countries are represented in this research topic. It is observed that the prominent countries are China (29), Spain (23), United States (23), and Malaysia (19). In keyword analysis, the keywords that appeared most were Corporate social responsibility (total link strength 237) Financial performance (total link strength 166) Economic and social effect (total link strength 124). Conclusion- The study indicates that CSR has become a buzzword in the business world. Companies are not only expected to be profitable but also to be ethical and socially conscious. When a company integrates CSR into their business operation both social and financial target becomes easier and resulting in better financial performance.

A Bibliometric Analysis of Drinking Water Management on an Island using Vosviewer

The availability of safe and clean drinking water is one of the most basic human rights that is essential for the sustainability of life for public health. Without drinking water, life as we know it today would not be possible. The main objective of this research is to conduct a bibliometric analysis in order to better understand the current knowledge and direction of research in drinking water management. This research used bibliometric analysis with VOSviewer software to investigate drinking water management. The research centered on journals indexed in Semantic Scholar, using keywords such as drinking water management, water resources, and water quality, with a maximum of 1000 results from 2000 - 2023. In the network visualization analysis, “groundwater quality” had the highest total link strength of 141 and 107 occurrences, making it the densest color. In particular, the year 2018 had the highest number of publications, with a total of 72 publications. Regarding citations, the peak occurred in 2019, with a significant number of 3930. India emerged as the country with the highest volume of research on drinking water, contributing 66 publications.

Links between the actors and mining activities related to the implementation of sustainable development principles

AbstractThe uninterrupted supply of raw materials is essential to implement low‐carbon technologies. Therefore, the sustainable extraction of these materials is crucial. One of its important aspects is the analysis of the interaction between the actors as well as the actions undertaken by them. This study explores the characteristics of the network of links between social actors and the supporting and inhibitory actions related to sustainable development that the mining industry and its possible implications with collaboration and conflict between actors. Our methodological approach consisted in building two bipartite networks based on actor‐action interaction, identified thanks to the literature review of sustainability initiatives of mining companies. Applying network analysis, we examine the structural characteristics of the networks and the strength of links between social actors. The results highlighted that “Government,” “Local society,” and “Indigenous peoples” have a critical position in the network of “Supporting” and “Inhibitory” actions. They are those who could articulate with other social actors to create collaborative processes in the implementation of actions that contribute to sustainable development by the mining industry. However, from the analysis of the structure of the network of “Inhibitory” actions, these three actors are the ones who could be relevant in the dynamics of the development of conflicts with the mining industry. This study presents, from the dual perspective (“Supporting” and “Inhibitory” actions), the characteristics of the systems of relationships between social actors and their possible implications for the design, as well as implementation of sustainable strategies in the mining sector.

Education Sector Open Government: A Bibliometric Analysis

The aim of this research is to analyze open government bibliometrics in the education sector. Education is one of the most popular fields in open government. This research uses a qualitative approach with bibliometric analysis methods. The data used is secondary, obtained from the Scopus database. Data was collected using Publish or Perish with the keyword education sector open government. The data obtained was then selected using OpenRefine and analyzed using VOSviewer to obtain a bibliometric map generated from keywords throughout the paper. Based on the results of this research, there have been 160 papers in the last 51 years. The first open government paper on the education sector was published in 1972. There are 17634 citations, 75 h-index, and 126 g-index, which shows this paper has high impact and productivity. In this paper, there are 153 keywords grouped into 13 clusters. From these keywords, 1878 total link strengths and 663 occurrences were obtained. The keywords that dominate this paper are open policy making, social auditing, open contracting, and open budgeting. This shows that open government studies in the education sector focus on these issues.

Bibliometric analysis of saponins of Panax notoginseng

Objective: To delineate the research trends in the application of Panax notoginseng (PNS) and provide insights for future research. Methods: Relevant literature has been first screened from the Web of Science Core Collection on PNS. Then, the research trends in these fields were analyzed by using VOSviewer 1.6.20, Excel, and online platforms. Results: Totally 562 publications related to PNS were identified. “notoginsenoside r1 (NGR1)” with a total link strength of 903 appeared as the most frequent keyword, which had a strong link to “saponins” and “panax notoginseng”. A total of 32 countries and regions have published articles in this field, with the largest number of publications in China (518). The main partners of China are the USA and the Netherlands. The top 8 institutions with the highest number of publications were located in China, among which, China Pharmaceut Univ is the one with the highest number of publications. The mean citation count of the top 6 productive authors was 11.3 (range, 16-10), and all of them were Chinese. The three authors with the highest average citations all published 3 articles, with a total of 425 citations. The highest-ranking journal was Frontiers in Pharmacology with 26 publications and the most cited journal was Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis with 749 citation counts. Conclusion: The present study provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of the global research trends on PNS.

Mapping Knowledge Landscapes and Emerging Trends of the Links Between Frailty and Heart Failure: A Bibliometric Analysis From 2000 to 2023.

Background Frailty, within the context of heart failure (HF), is strongly linked to poor patient outcomes. Investigating the vulnerable condition of individuals with HF is crucial, not only for medical reasons but also as a significant public health challenge, especially among the elderly population where both HF and frailty are common. Therefore, it is essential to prioritize HF patients with frailty over those without such symptoms. To begin, promptly assessing the impact of academic research in this area is crucial, considering factors such as geographical regions, authors, journals, and institutions. Additionally, it is important to explore current topics and identify potential areas that could inspire future researchers to conduct further studies to advance public health. Methodology We conducted a search in the Web of Science Core Collection database to identify articles and reviews in the English language focusing on frailty and HF which were published from January 1, 2000, to December31, 2023. To perform bibliometric analysis, VOSviewer (v.1.6.18) and CiteSpace (v.6.1.R2) were utilized. Results A total of 1,381 original English-language articles were gathered, comprising 1,162 articles and 219 reviews. The quantity of research publications in this area has experienced significant growth since 2013. Among all countries, the United States has contributed the largest number of publications, accounting for 409 articles (29.62% of the total). Additionally, the United States has received the highest number of citations, being cited a total of 13,329 times, as well as boasting the greatest total link strength. Duke University stands out as the institution with the highest number of research papers, having published 40 articles (2.90% of the total). It has also received the most citations, with a total of 2,455 times, and possesses the highest total link strength, which amounts to 212.Within the realm of prolific authors, Kentaro Kamiya from Kitasato University emerges as the most productive, having authored 28 articles (2.03% of the total). When considering scholarly journals, "Esc Heart Failure" contains the highest number of articles pertaining to frailty and HF, publishing a noteworthy 36 articles (2.61% of the total). Noteworthy keywords within this field encompass frailty, heart failure, elderly, mortality, and cardiovascular disease. Over the past five years, the most popular keywords have centered around "frailty syndrome," "sarcopenia," and "therapeutic interventions." Conclusions Research on frailty and HF at a global scale has experienced substantial growth between 2000 and 2023, demonstrating a prospective field for further exploration with potential advantages from ongoing progress. Prospective studies could prioritize the enhancement of cardiac rehabilitation for patients coping with HF and frailty while ensuring the preservation of their overall quality of life.

Tracing the contribution of cattle farms to methane emissions through bibliometric analyses

Methane contributes to global warming, and livestock is one of the sources of methane production. However, methane emission studies using bibliometric tools in livestock are lacking. Given the negative impact of climate change on the ecosystem and the rise in methane emissions, it is essential to conduct a bibliometrics study to provide an overview and research trends. We used the Bibliometrix package and VOSviewer to decipher bibliometric indices for methane emissions in cattle farms (MECF). Current dataset were collected from the Web of Science (Core Collection) database, and 8,998 publications were analyzed. The most co-occurring keywords scientists preferred were methane (1528), greenhouse gas (443), methane emissions (440), and cattle (369). Methane was the most frequently used keyword in the published scientific literature. Thematic evolution of research themes and trend results highlighted carbon dioxide, methane, dairy cattle, cattle, and risk factors during 1999-2017. Chinese Academy of Sciences ranked on top with 485 publications, followed by Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada, University of Colorado, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and Aarhus University. Chinese Academy of Sciences was also the most cited organization, followed by the University of Colorado, Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and United States Geological Survey. Source analysis showed that the Science of the Total Environment was cited with the highest total link strength. “Science of the Total Environment” ranked first in source core 1 with 290 citation frequencies, followed by “Journal of Dairy Science” with 223 citation frequencies. Currently, no bibliometric study has been conducted on MECF, and to fill this knowledge gap, we carried out this study to highlight methane emissions in cattle farms, aiming at a climate change perspective. In this regard, we focused on the research productivity of countries authors, journals and institutions, co-occurrence of keywords, evolution of research trends, and collaborative networking. Based on relevance degree of centrality, methane emissions and greenhouse gases appeared as basic themes, cattle, and dairy cattle appeared as emerging/declining themes, whereas, methane, greenhouse gas and nitrous oxide appeared to fall amongst basic and motor themes. On the other hand, beef cattle, rumen and dairy cow seem to be between motor and niche themes, and risk factors lie in niche themes. The present bibliometric analysis provides research progress on methane emissions in cattle farms. Current findings may provide a framework for understanding research trends and themes in methane emissions in cattle farms (MECF) research.

Bibliometric Computational Mapping Analysis of Publications on Science Process Skill Using VOSviewer

This study examines the development of “science process skill” research through a bibliometric approach to computational mapping analysis using VOSviewer. The article data was obtained from the Google Scholar database using the publish or perish reference manager application. The title and abstract of the article are used to guide the search process by referring to the keyword “science process skill”. Nine hundred sixty-seven articles were found that were considered relevant. The study period used as the study material is the Google Scholar-indexed article for the last six years (2018 to 2023). The results showed that science process skill research can be separated into 3 terms: science process skill, process skill, and science process. The first term is “science process skill” that is included in cluster 1, which has 71 links, a total strength of 4342 links, and 888 occurrences. The second term is “process science”. This term is included in cluster 4, which has 61 links, a total link strength of 278, and 47 occurrences. The third term is “process skill”. This term is included in cluster 3, which has 67 links, a total link strength of 570, and 100 occurrences. There was an increase in the number of publications from 2018 to 2021. However, it experienced a decline in 2022 up to July 2023. This indicates a decreasing trend in the number of publications in research on science process skills in the last three years, from 2021 to 2023. The results show that research related to science process skills still has a high enough opportunity to be researched. Several keywords related to “science process skills” have not been or are rarely used in research, some of which are an integration of learning models, prospective teachers/pre-service teachers, mixed methods research, assessment of learning, assessment as learning, and assessment for learning. This review can serve as a starting point for research related to other materials. Keywords: bibliometric, computational mapping, science process skill, VOSviewer

Trends in iron deficiency anemia research 2010 – 2023: a bibliometric analysis

Anemia is a health disorder marked by a reduction in hemoglobin concentration (Hb), hematocrit (Ht), and erythrocyte count. Iron deficiency anemia is marked by a reduction in hemoglobin synthesis, resulting in the production of hypochromic microcytic erythrocytes. The interest over time in the topic of iron deficiency anemia throughout the world is increasing. Many studies associated with iron deficiency anemia have been conducted by various authors and are increasing from year to year. The aim of the present review was to evaluate the literature on iron deficiency published between 2010 and 2023, with a focus on the trend in number of publications and citations, the trend of the link strength on the topic of iron deficiency anemia, and the low density of articles published from 2010 to 2023, to determine the trend and novelty of the topic of iron deficiency anemia. This review was a systematic study with the stages conforming to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) diagram. The data on scientific publications on the topic of iron deficiency anemia were collected using dimensions.ai from 2010 to 2023. The data were subsequently analyzed with the Vosviewer program. This review resulted in the following findings. First, the number of publications and citations on the topic of iron deficiency anemia increased exponentially from year to year. Second, there were 139 items, 3 clusters, and 5579 links, with a link strength of 18253 for the topic of iron deficiency anemia. Third, the recommended study topics connected with iron deficiency anemia are topics of low density, namely clinician, pathogenesis, and biofortification. The study findings may assist the interested researchers to know the trends and novelties of studies on iron deficiency anemia, and may recommend suggestions for further research.

The Use of Generative Design Methods to Reduce the Parameters of an Actuator Used in the Positioning System of a Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) Device

This paper presents the results of a computer optimising a multibody system using Generative Design methods to select a lower-cost actuator that meets process requirements with its parameters. Optimisation was performed to reduce the mass of the motion apparatus components of the author’s CPM device, used for the rehabilitation of patients after knee arthroscopy and total or partial knee replacement. An analysis of the kinematics and dynamics of the multibody mechanism, based on a virtual model, was carried out to identify the requirements for selecting an actuator. The main components of the motion apparatus mechanism were subjected to a series of numerical analyses using selected CAD/CAE tools, with the assumed criterion of varying material and component shapes to ensure that the required strength and accuracy of the mechanism links were maintained, assuming the same functionality. The results of the numerical analyses will be the basis for the selection of the optimum solution, for which a new, lower-cost actuator will be selected.

Bibliometric analysis and global trends in uterus transplantation.

The purpose of this study was to characterize publication patterns, academic influence, research trends, and the recent developments in uterus transplantation (UTx) across the globe. The Web of Science Core Collection database was searched for documents published from the time the database began to include relevant articles to 15 December 2023. With the use of VOSviewer, Citespace, BICOMB, and Incites, a cross-sectional bibliometric analysis was conducted to extract or calculate the evaluative indexes. Publications were categorized by country, institution, author, journal, highly cited papers, and keywords. The variables were compared in terms of publication and academic influence, which further included citation count, citation impact, Hirsh index, journal impact factor, total link strength, collaboration metrics, and impact relative to the world. A total of 581 papers concerning UTx were initially identified after retrieval, and 425 documents were included. Of the 41 countries participating in relevant studies, the USA and Sweden were in leading positions in terms of publications, citations, and academic influence. The most versatile institution was the University of Gothenburg, followed by Baylor University. The most productive scholars and journals were Brännström M. and Fertility and Sterility , respectively. Five groups of cutting-edge keywords were identified: venous drainage, donors and donation, women, fertility preservation, and fertility. Topics about surgery, first live birth, risk, and in vitro fertilization remain hot in this field. UTx is anticipated to enter a golden era in the coming years. This study provides some guidance concerning the authors involved in promoting UTx research, the current development of UTx, and journals to submit their innovative research. This also helps to reach a comprehensive insight and prospect in the near future. In order to establish recognized standards and benefit more patients who are disturbed by uterine infertility, large-scale and well-designed clinical trials are required.

Semi-Local Integration Measure for Directed Graphs

Directed and weighted graphs can be used for many real-world applications to model and analyse the quality and structure of communication within the system, the distribution and flow of information, and various resources, dependencies, resilience, etc. On social media platforms, for example, highly networked members, so-called influencers, disseminate information, opinions and trends to their followers, who in turn increase the popularity of the influencers through likes and comments. Both types of interaction have a major influence on discussions and activities in the social network. To identify the nodes with the highest integration and interconnectivity within the neighbourhood subnetwork, we introduce the Directed Semi-Local Integration (DSLI) centrality measure for directed and weighted graphs. This centrality measure evaluates the integration of nodes assessed by the presence of connection, the strength of links, the organisation and optimisation of inbound and outbound interconnectivity, and the redundancy in the local subnetwork, and provides a stronger differentiation of the importance of nodes than standard centrality measures. Thus, DSLI has the potential to be used for analysing the degree of integration for the uptake and dissemination of resources in complex networks in many different contexts.

The Interplay Between Diabetes and Oral Health: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis of Clinical Trials (1967-2024).

Recognizing the complex interaction between diabetes and oral health is crucial, considering the increasing worldwide prevalence of these conditions. This bibliometric analysis delves into the extensive body of literature concerning the impact of diabetes on oral health, utilizing data retrieved from PubMed. The publishing trends indicate a growing research interest in the field over time, with notable peaks and declines. Coauthorship analyses of authors and institutions illuminated collaborative networks within the research community. Two departments at Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences in Iran, namely the Department of Periodontology within the School of Dentistry and the Diabetes Research Center within the Health Research Institute, demonstrated the highest total link strength. The co-occurrence analysis of keywords also unveiled thematic clusters, reflecting research focus areas and evolving trends. The analysis of topic trends highlighted persistent research interests in topics, such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, glycated hemoglobin, periodontitis, and therapy for chronic periodontitis, with shifts in therapeutic modalities investigated. The thematic map suggests that dental implants and tumor necrosis factor-alpha are emerging terms in the field that have gained more traction recently. Furthermore, the analysis of scientific production by country indicated varied contributions, with Brazil leading in publication output. Analysis of collaboration among corresponding authors' countries identified Italy exhibiting substantial international collaboration, while most of the countries primarily produced single-country publications. This comprehensive analysis provides insights into the multifaceted landscape of research on diabetes and oral health, emphasizing ongoing efforts to understand and address the complex interplay between these conditions.

A Data Mining Study of Zinc Oxide Nanostructures Utilization in Drug Delivery Nanosystems

AbstractThe present investigation offers a thorough bibliometric exploration spotlighting the pivotal utilization of zinc oxide nanostructures, encompassing both zero‐dimensional (0D) nanoparticles and one‐dimensional (1D) nanostructures, within the realm of nanotechnology‐driven drug delivery systems. This analysis particularly illuminates the distinctive potential of these nanostructures in the cancer therapy context, not merely as carriers and deliverers of pharmaceutical agents, but as entities capable of selectively inducing apoptosis in cancer cells through the orchestrated generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Recent research endeavors notably underscore the application prospects of ZnO nanostructures in domains like DNA cleavage, bioimaging, and agricultural defense mechanisms. Moreover, the study elucidates the pronounced enhancement in solubility and biocompatibility that these nanostructures bring about when harmoniously integrated into polymeric nanocomposites. Concomitantly, the involvement of polymers in this symbiotic system is unveiled, wherein they play a multifaceted role in dictating release selectivity, thereby facilitating targeted and efficacious interactions with tissues. Functionally engineered polymeric nanocomposites emerge as promising candidates for targeted delivery modalities in cancer treatment, demonstrating an affinity for specific cell receptors and exhibiting enhanced cellular uptake within the size range of 100–200 nm. The study unearths robust associations among pivotal research terminologies through an exhaustive analysis of Link Strength Between Items (LSBI), culminating in the presentation of a cogent map delineating the evolving trends and forthcoming trajectories in this dynamic domain. In summation, this all‐encompassing bibliometric inquiry serves as a poignant testament to the prodigious potential of zinc oxide nanostructures in the realm of forthcoming nanotechnology‐driven drug delivery paradigms.

708 Trends in Carotid Stenosis Literature Between 2012-2022: Applications of Endarterectomy and Translational Research

INTRODUCTION: Carotid stenosis causes 10-20% of cases with ischemic stroke. Research in this clinical domain continues to progress in improving possible treatment modalities, imaging modalities, mechanistic understandings, and risk factors. METHODS: The WebOfScience database was investigated for 6,639 publication items between 2012-2022 pertaining to neurosurgical management of carotid stenosis. Networks were constructed analyzing keywords, key terms, and countries of publication. Subsequently, items within each network were organized into clusters and average publication date was measured for each term. Relevant items were tracked over time to compare their representation and utility in literature. Additionally, relevant key terms and connections were isolated from the network. RESULTS: For each network, the top 1,000 terms were selected for analysis. Terms were arranged into six major clusters (treatments, imaging, risk factors, prognostic markers, plaque characteristics, and basic science research). The most recent terms were observed in the treatment cluster (average publication year 2021.24) and basic science cluster (average publication year 2018.4). While terms within basic science have remained consistent over time, analysis of treatments elucidated that “carotid endarterectomy” surpassed “carotid artery stenting” in popularity after 2019. Additionally, the term “mouse” in the basic science cluster was connected to all clusters with a link strength of 18,084 (average 427.6). CONCLUSIONS: Modern research in carotid stenosis is characterized by two developments: advancements in basic science and increasing publication focus on carotid endarterectomy. Despite recent advancements in endovascular treatment of carotid stenosis, open treatment continues to remain a significant focus of study. As they continue to expand into modern scientific enterprise, developing nations will continue to impact the future of carotid stenosis research.

ANALYSIS OF REGIONAL STOCK MARKETS FOR INVESTMENT & DIVERSIFICATION PERSPECTIVE: EVIDENCE FROM PAKISTAN, CHINA & INDIAN STOCK MARKETS

The academic ramification of research is that it is one of few that provides a comprehensive analysis of regional market cointegration. One of this study methods is application of pairwise cointegration that is useful for figuring out strength of long-term link amid two variables. In order to reap benefits of diversity, it is better to invest locally rather than traveling to another region, which is why this study investigates new options for academicians to examine long-term interaction between regional stock markets. Study employs most efficient pairwise cointegrated approach to illustrate precise link amid two variables. Daily data of these countries' stock market indices from 2002-2018, used to study stock market co-movement/co-integration. The statistical tests were applied like Dickey Fuller test, regression & co-variance. Pairwise co-integration is examined after confirming combine co integration of three markets. Results show that there is no cointegration amid stock markets of Pakistan China & India. So, Pakistani investors have chance to participate in other two markets at a time when it appears to be lucrative investment portfolio.

APPLICATION OF BENTHIC MACROINVERTEBRATES AS POTENTIAL BIO-INDICATORS IN MALAYSIAN'S RIVERS: GAP AND BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSES

The literature on reliable indices, suitable bio-indicators, taxonomic level, frequency of measurements, and replications on benthic macroinvertebrates remains scarce in Malaysia. In addition, no review study was conducted using bibliometric analysis related to this discipline. Thus, this review aimed at gap and bibliometric analysis of publications on benthic macroinvertebrates as potential biological indicators. Sixty-six relevant scientific research papers from 2011 to 2022 were selected from the different databases. Then, descriptive and inferential statistical analyses were performed to assess the most reliable potential bio-indicators for river assessment and monitoring. Visualized statistics regarding bibliographic coupling analysis of authors, journal proceedings, and organizations were analyzed. The findings revealed that publications on invertebrates had no significant relationship in the last ten years (r = 0.241; p > 0.05). Most publications on macroinvertebrates in Malaysian rivers were found in the Scopus database (53.57%). Therefore, research articles must be published in journals included in the Journal Citation Report (JCR) to improve their quality further. Besides, benthic macroinvertebrates are commonly identified only up to the family level (47%) due to incomplete tropical benthic macroinvertebrates identification keys. As such, using environmental DNA methods with the power of next-generation sequencing has come in handy in bio-indicator species identification. Among the potential bio-indicators found in Malaysian rivers are Chironomidae (9.11%), Baetidae (8.87%), and Hydropsychidae (8.62%). Based on the approaches utilized in analyzing benthic macroinvertebrates as bio-indicators, in-depth research such as bioassay and toxicology tests is necessary to realize the potential bio-indicators fully. Many studies focused on recreational rivers in Peninsular Malaysia. Therefore, research studies would be expanded to urban rivers and rivers in Sabah and Sarawak. Also, to overcome the limitation of the single biotic index, developing a multimetric index to evaluate the water quality by selecting many river basins is essential. Bibliographic analysis showed that the Institute for Tropical Biology and Conservation, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, made the greatest total link strength. The Serangga Journal published the highest number of research articles. Finally, utilizing advanced technologies is recommended to address Malaysia's lack of potential bio-indicator studies.