bims-evares Biomed News
on Evaluation of research
Issue of 2025–01–05
forty-five papers selected by
Thomas Krichel, Open Library Society
  1. Research hotspots and trends on NF-κB in cognitive impairment: a bibliometric analysis.
  2. Research hotspots and trends in diabetes and insulin resistance: a bibliometric analysis.
  3. Bibliometric Analysis of Peer-Reviewed Literature on Erosive Tooth Wear From 1945 to 2023.
  4. Research Hotspots and Thematic Trends in the Management of Preeclampsia: A Bibliometric Analysis from 2000 to 2022.
  5. Apical periodontitis and systemic health: a bibliometric analysis of the top 100 most-cited publications.
  6. Bibliometric Analysis of the Top 100 Most Cited Papers in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
  7. Spanning three decades: global research wave and future prospects of broader autism phenotype-a visual researches by CiteSpace and VOS viewer.
  8. Mesenchymal stem cell therapy in atherosclerosis: A bibliometric and visual analysis.
  9. A bibliometric analysis of abdominal aortic aneurysm (2014-2024).
  10. Research trends and frontiers in rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty: based on bibliometric and visualization analysis.
  11. Bibliometrics of trends in global research on the roles of stem cells in myocardial fibrosis therapy.
  12. Application of Mendelian randomized research method in oncology research: bibliometric analysis.
  13. Overview of current research on traditional Chinese medicine in skin disease treatment: a bibliometric analysis from 2014 to 2024.
  14. Mapping the structure of biomarkers in autism spectrum disorder: a review of the most influential studies.
  15. Characterization of global research trends and prospects on celastrol, a principal bioactive ingredient of Tripterygium wilfordii Hook F: bibliometric analysis.
  16. Trends in exercise therapy research for neurological diseases: a bibliometric and visualization approach from 2000 to 2024.
  17. [Visual bibliometric analysis of the research status and hotspots of endophthalmitis in the past decade].
  18. Shell-based agricultural wastes biomass valorization for biofuel production: a bibliometric analysis into the circular bioeconomy.
  19. Self-Management of Kidney Transplant Recipients Research: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis.
  20. Trends and hotspots of stereoelectroencephalogram from 2002 to 2023: a bibliometric analysis.
  21. The application of ChatGPT in nursing: a bibliometric and visualized analysis.
  22. The State of Radiology Research in Ethiopia: A Scoping Review.
  23. Scientific Trends in Clinical Trials on Tooth Bleaching: A Bibliometric and Altmetric Review.
  24. The evolution of health policy and systems research in 11 low- and middle-income countries and the role of the Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research: a bibliometric analysis for 1999-2020.
  25. Publication Rates of Oculoplastic Surgery and Orbit Abstracts Presented at Turkish Ophthalmological Association National Congresses: 10-Year Analysis.
  26. Recent progress in camel research.
  27. [Visualization analysis of research progress on work-related musculoskeletal disorders in domestic and international].
  28. Insight into the history and trends of liver transplantation for echinococcosis: A bibliometric analysis.
  29. A bibliometric analysis of biopesticides in corn pest management: Current trends and future prospects.
  30. The trends of patient engagement in a co-production healthcare services: a insights from a bibliometric analysis.
  31. Low back pain in China: Disease burden and bibliometric analysis.
  32. Editorial. CCCB: The journal at age 5.
  33. An analysis of availability and implications of unlabeled retracted articles on Sci-Hub.
  34. Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Subjective Well-Being and Quality of Life: A Comprehensive Bibliometric and Thematic Analysis.
  35. What Are the Most Popular Articles in Urogynecology and Who Is Disseminating Them.
  36. Unravelling physiological disorders in onion and garlic: critical assessment and bibliometric visualization.
  37. Ophthalmology Journals' Guidelines on Generative AI: A Comprehensive Analysis.
  38. Women Who are Productivity Scholarship Holders in Brazil Published Lower Number of Articles Than Men.
  39. Valorization potential of coffee capsule waste: an updated bibliometric review.
  40. Advancements and future perspectives in nutrient film technique hydroponic system: a comprehensive review and bibliometric analysis.
  41. Mapping two decades of research in rheumatology-specific journals: a topic modeling analysis with BERTopic.
  42. DNA methylation in wheat: current understanding and future potential for enhancing biotic and abiotic stress tolerance.
  43. Leveraging journal citation-based metrics for enhanced university rankings methodology.
  44. Designing a Framework for Evaluating the Scientific Productions.
  45. Publication count of matched dermatology applicants reported in literature: a systematic review.
  1. Front Med (Lausanne). 2024 ;11 1432455
    Research hotspots and trends on NF-κB in cognitive impairment: a bibliometric analysis.
    Lin Bai, Fangyuan Xu, Peijia Hu, Zhiqiang Shen, Su Xingxing, Qingqing Wang, Hongliang Cheng.
       Background: Cognitive impairment (CI) endangers the physical and mental health of patients in a significant manner, and it is expected that the number of people with CI in China will rise to 45.33 million by 2050. Therefore, CI has become a popular research topic. Inflammatory damage plays a key role in the pathogenesis of CI, and NF-κB is an important inflammatory signaling pathway. However, no bibliometric analysis regarding the relationship between CI and NF-κB has been reported.
    Methods: A bibliometric analysis regarding NF-κB and CI from 1 January 2008 to 12 December 2023 was conducted in the Science Citation Index-Expanded of the Web of Science Core Collection. The frontiers, hotspots, and trends of research regarding the role of NF-κB in CI were identified. VOSviewer and CiteSpace were used to analyze the retrieved articles and identify the author, country, institution, and keywords, as well as co-cited authors, co-cited journals, and co-cited references.
    Results: We analyzed 1,468 original articles and reviews. Publications on NF-κB in CI began in 2010 and increased sharply in 2018. Hong Hao was the most represented author, having published 19 articles, and Chinese authors published more studies than those from other countries. China Pharmaceutical University published the most papers; however, the United States has a strong influence and demonstrates international cooperation. The keywords "apolipoprotein e" and "therapeutic target" demonstrated strong citation bursts, and this tendency may persist in the upcoming years. Neuroinflammation demonstrated a strong influence in research regarding NF-κB in CI. Gut microbiota and ketogenic diet also play an important role in NF-κB in CI.
    Conclusion: This bibliometric analysis and visualization using VOSviewer and CiteSpace revealed that the role of NF-κB in CI has become a research hotspot. The results of this study indicated that "neuroinflammation," "microglial," and "pathway" remain hotspots for future research. However, studies regarding NF-κB in CI have predominantly focussed on basic research; future research should include therapeutic targets, microbiota, and ketogenic diet.
    Keywords:  CiteSpace; NF-κB; VOSviewer; bibliometric analysis; cognitive impairment
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2024.1432455
  2. Front Nutr. 2024 ;11 1480491
    Research hotspots and trends in diabetes and insulin resistance: a bibliometric analysis.
    Shaobo Zhang, Huixin Yan, Di Cao, Weichen Sun, Jingnan Li, Jing Xu, Bailin Song, Xingquan Wu.
       Background: Many previous studies explored the relationship between diabetes and insulin resistance (IR); however, addressing the research gap where no bibliometric analysis had been conducted to summarize and analyze these publications, we will undertake a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to investigate the current status and emerging trends in publications examining the association between diabetes and IR.
    Methods: We retrieved publications related to the interaction between diabetes and IR from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC). By utilizing software such as CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and Excel 2019, we analyzed and extracted relevant information from the literature to identify and delineate the research hotspots and directions in the study of diabetes and IR.
    Results: From 1900 to 2024, a total of 2,698 publications were included in the bibliometric analysis, showing a steady annual increase in the number of publications. The USA led in this research field, with the Harvard University being a key research institution. The author Olefsky JM, published the most papers;Defronzo RA was the most cited author. DIABETES was the journal with the highest number of published papers and was also the most cited journal. The main discipline in the field of diabetes and IR research was Endocrinology and Metabolism. The most cited article was "Mechanisms linking obesity to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes (2006)";"The IDF Diabetes Atlas: Global estimates of diabetes prevalence for 2017 and projections for 2045(2018)" was the most cited reference. "insulin resistance" was the most frequently occurring keyword. The main research hotspots and frontier areas in diabetes and IR research were as follows: (1) The association between IR, diabetes, and obesity was a popular research topic; (2) Cardiovascular diseases secondary to diabetes and IR were another hot topic among researchers; (3) As a core pathological change in diabetes, IR was a major therapeutic target for improving diabetes.
    Conclusion: This study summarized the research trends and hotspots in the field of diabetes and IR, provided valuable information and insights for scholars who focused on diabetes and IR scientific research, and offered a reference for future research directions.
    Keywords:  CiteSpace; VOSviewer; bibliometric; diabetes; insulin resistance; visual analysis
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2024.1480491
  3. Cureus. 2024 Nov;16(11): e74830
    Bibliometric Analysis of Peer-Reviewed Literature on Erosive Tooth Wear From 1945 to 2023.
    Maryam A Alghilan, Ikram Ui Haq.
      Erosive tooth wear (ETW) is a prevalent oral condition with varying etiology, including erosion, abrasion, abfraction, and attrition. It is reported in the literature in different nomenclatures, hindering the ability to identify the emerging trends and influential scholarly works and bodies within this field. Using a bibliometric analysis approach, this study aims to evaluate the trends, themes, and productivity of the research on ETW condition while respecting its different terminologies. The Web of Science database was utilized to obtain the publication records on ETW to implement a retrospective bibliometric study. The data were retrieved on September 10, 2024, with the search terms "Dental erosion" OR "enamel erosion" OR "erosive tooth" OR "dental abrasion" OR "tooth abrasion" OR "toothbrush abrasion" OR "enamel abrasion" OR "non-carious cervical lesion" OR "non carious cervical lesion" OR "abfraction" OR "abfractions" OR "Tooth wear" OR "erosive tooth wear". We identified 6,069 records, and after applying inclusion/exclusion criteria, we removed 679, and the remaining 5,390 papers were considered for the analysis. The bibliometric indicators include types and accessibility modes, year of publications with citations, publishing sources, most contributing countries, institutions, authorship patterns, top authors, keywords, and the characteristics of the 15 most cited articles were examined. For the data analysis, Microsoft Excel (v.16; Microsoft® Corp., Redmond, WA), VOSviewer (v.1.6.10; https://www.vosviewer.com), and Statistical Product and Service Solutions (SPSS, v.27; IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Armonk, NY) software were utilized. The outcome illustrated that 5,390 papers on ETW were contributed by the authors of 127 countries and published in 1,112 journals between 1945 and 2023. The Journal of Dentistry published the most papers (n=290), while the European Journal of Oral Sciences had the most impactful papers (54.91 citations/paper). Authors from 3,904 institutions participated. The University of São Paulo became the most productive institution with 336 papers, while the University of Bristol's papers had the maximum citation impact (55.32 citations/paper). About 81.49% of the total authors had produced one paper each. The percentage of average authors for each paper was found to be 4.41, and David Bartlett was the most productive author. The most cited top 15 papers got an average of 297.26 citations per paper. About 77% of research on ETW was published in the last two decades. This bibliometric evaluation provides direction for future research and data regarding the present state of research on ETW.
    Keywords:  bibliometric review; dental erosion; erosive tooth wear; non-carious cervical lesion; publication trends
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.74830
  4. Reprod Sci. 2024 Dec 31.
    Research Hotspots and Thematic Trends in the Management of Preeclampsia: A Bibliometric Analysis from 2000 to 2022.
    Xiao Shen, Yuchen Tao, Yixiao Wang, Nathan Obore, Hong Yu.
      Preeclampsia (PE) is one of the serious complications of pregnancy, and the management of PE remains an important problem for obstetricians. This study aims to identify the characteristics and trends of published articles on PE management through bibliometric analysis. We searched the Web of Science database for articles related to PE management from 2000 to 2022. Metadata was obtained, including the titles, publication dates, authors, institutions, countries, and keywords of all articles, and then network visualization and burst keyword analysis were performed using Citespace and VOSviewer software. A total of 5190 articles were included in the analysis. The number of publications in the field of PE management has steadily increased over the years, and a visual analysis of collaborative networks of authors, institutions, and countries revealed that the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada have contributed the most to the field and formed extensive collaborations. The Journal of maternal-fetal & neonatal medicine has the most publications in this field, and the Journal of Obstetrics and gynecology has not only more publications but also 64.75 citations per article. The keywords mainly focused on prevention, diagnosis, risk factors, and outcome of PE. In addition, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and fetal growth restriction have received a lot of attention in this field in recent years. We analyzed the partnerships in the field of PE management through bibliometrics and showed trends and developments in the field. The available results suggest that PE management will continue to be a focus of attention for obstetricians and researchers.
    Keywords:  Bibliometric analysis; Hotspots; Management; Pre-eclampsia
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1007/s43032-024-01773-8
  5. J Endod. 2024 Dec 30. pii: S0099-2399(24)00705-2. [Epub ahead of print]
    Apical periodontitis and systemic health: a bibliometric analysis of the top 100 most-cited publications.
    Danilo Cassiano Ferraz, Maria Eduarda Paz Dotto, Walbert A Vieira, Luiz Renato Paranhos, Camilla Christian Gomes Moura.
       BACKGROUND: Bibliometric analysis quantitatively measures the impact of scientific articles within their respective fields, with citation counts being a key indicator of influence. This study aimed to identify the top 100 most-cited articles related to apical periodontitis (AP) and systemic health, analyzing their main characteristics.
    METHODS: The top 100 most-cited articles were identified using Web of Science (WoS). Data on publication year, citations, title, authors, institutions, countries, journal impact factor, study design, keywords, and open access status were extracted. VOSviewer software analyzed author and keyword networks, while Power BI evaluated international collaborations, study design, and citations. Poisson regression was performed in R software (P < .05).
    RESULTS: We reviewed 1,141 studies and selected the top 100 most-cited articles, totaling 4,744 citations (4,005 excluding self-citations), with an average of 47.44 citations per article. The most-cited article, a 2015 review by Segura-Egea JJ, had 187 citations. The highest publication activity was in 2017 and 2019 (n = 13). Leading institutions were the University of Sevilla and São Paulo State University. Europe accounted for 41% of publications and 2,251 citations, followed by Latin America and the United States. Cross-sectional studies were the most common (18%), with systemic diseases, particularly coronary heart disease and diabetes mellitus, as dominant topics. Most articles (69%) were published in journals with an impact factor above 3, with the Journal of Endodontics leading in number of articles.
    CONCLUSION: This bibliometric review highlights the increasing research interest in the relationship between AP and systemic health, with most contributions coming from Europe and Latin America.
    Keywords:  apical periodontitis; bibliometrics; citation analysis; endodontics; systemic health
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joen.2024.12.016
  6. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2025 Jan 02.
    Bibliometric Analysis of the Top 100 Most Cited Papers in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
    Siddig Ibrahim Abdelwahab, Manal Mohamed Elhassan Taha, Abdullah Farasani, Ahmed Ali Jerah, Saleh M Abdullah, Bassem Oraibi, Yasir Babiker, Hassan Ahmad Alfaifi, Amal Hamdan Alzahrani, Ahmed S Alamer, Tawfeeq Altherwi, Ibrahim Abdel Aziz Ibrahim, Waseem Hassan.
       OBJECTIVE: To conduct a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the top 100 most cited papers in aesthetic plastic surgery.
    METHODS: The analysis utilized VOSviewer, bibliometrix and biblioshiny packages in R. A keyword analysis was performed on all publications. Annual publication trends, mean total citations per article (MeanTCperArt), mean citation rate per year (MeanTCperYear), authors, institutions and countries contributions were examined.
    RESULTS: From 1976 to October 2024, a total of 5460 papers (5010 articles and 450 reviews) were published in the journal, reflecting a modest annual growth rate of 1.79%. Among these, the top 100 most cited papers averaged 159.7 citations per article. These highly cited works had an average document age of 22.7 years, emphasizing their long-lasting impact. Authorship analysis revealed contributions from 327 authors, with notable contributors such as Spear SL and Farkas LG, each authoring three of the top 100 papers. The Second University of Naples emerged as a leading institution with 13 contributions, while the USA stood out as the most prolific country, publishing 29 papers in this dataset. Citation trends demonstrated variability across decades. From 1981 to 1989, citation averages per article ranged between 92 and 165, with mean citation rates per year (MeanTCperYear) from 2.09 to 4.32. Publications from 2015 achieved a MeanTCperYear of 16.80, while 2018 papers recorded annual citation rate of 30.0.
    CONCLUSION: The analysis of research themes within the top 100 cited papers revealed influential topics and trends that have shaped the literature in aesthetic plastic surgery. These findings highlight the journal's critical role in advancing the field.
    NO LEVEL ASSIGNED: This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each submission to which Evidence-Based Medicine rankings are applicable. This excludes Review Articles, Book Reviews, and manuscripts that concern Basic Science, Animal Studies, Cadaver Studies, and Experimental Studies. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .
    Keywords:  Aesthetic plastic surgery; Author impact; Bibliometric analysis; Citation analysis; Research focus; Top-cited papers
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-024-04656-0
  7. Front Psychol. 2024 ;15 1453140
    Spanning three decades: global research wave and future prospects of broader autism phenotype-a visual researches by CiteSpace and VOS viewer.
    Fu-Qiang Qiao, Si-Ning Li, Tong-Tong Du, Wen-Ming Cheng, Ying-Ying Sun, Xu Qiang, Ya-Jie Dong, Lei Wang.
       Objectives: To conduct a comprehensive review of the literature pertaining to the broader autism phenotype, the paper endeavors to delineate the key research directions and topics, document the current research trends, and furnish insightful analyses and novel perspectives to foster future advancements in the field, with the aid of CiteSpace and VOS viewer.
    Methods: CiteSpace and VOS viewer are two kinds of software for visualizing citations that is intended to examine academic literature and identify possible sources of knowledge. The Web of Science Core Collection database was used to retrieve articles from 1994 to 2024 that discussed the autism phenotype in general. Following data collection, analyses were conducted using CiteSpace V.6.2.R4 (64-bit) on a number of topics, such as annual publication output, highly cited journals, affiliations with countries and institutions, eminent authors, cited references, and keywords. Knowledge maps, collaborative network analysis, cluster analysis, and strongest citation burst analysis were among the tools used to visualize the data.
    Results: A total of 1,075 articles about the broader autism phenotype were found. Roughly speaking, the annual number of publications is rising. With 546 articles on the subject, the United States is the nation with the greatest amount of authority and influence (centrality of 0.32), with England (218 articles) and Canada (115 articles) coming in second and third, respectively. The cited journals and institutions are mainly from the United States. The research consistently emphasizes the academic achievement and engagement of broader autism phenotype when analyzing the most cited references and authors.
    Conclusion: This study used CiteSpace to analyze the state of the larger autism phenotype field and then identified research frontiers and hotspots. As new findings are made, global trends in more thorough studies of the autism phenotype suggest that interest in these studies will only grow.
    Keywords:  CiteSpace; VOS viewer; bibliometric analysis; broader autism phenotype; research trends; visual analysis; web of science
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1453140
  8. World J Stem Cells. 2024 Dec 26. 16(12): 1062-1085
    Mesenchymal stem cell therapy in atherosclerosis: A bibliometric and visual analysis.
    Xing Cheng, Ya-Ling Li, Heng Wang, Rui-Jing Zhang, Ke-Yi Fan, Xiao-Tong Qi, Guo-Ping Zheng, Hong-Lin Dong.
       BACKGROUND: Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are capable of self-renewal and differentiation, and extensive studies have demonstrated their therapeutic potential in atherosclerosis (AS).
    AIM: To conduct a bibliometric analysis of studies on the use of MSC therapy for AS over the past two decades, assess key trends and provide insights for future research directions.
    METHODS: We systematically searched the Web of Science Core Collection database for articles published between 1999 and 2023, yielding a total of 556 articles. Visual representation and bibliometric analysis of information and trends were facilitated using CiteSpace, the R package 'bibliometrix' and VOSviewer.
    RESULTS: The analyzed articles were predominantly from 52 countries/regions, with prominent contributions from China and the United States. A cohort of 3057 authors contributed to these publications, with the works of Libby P distinguished by their influence and citation count. Int J Mol Sci has emerged as the journal with the highest publication volume, prominently disseminating influential papers and identifying citation outbreaks. Furthermore, our analysis identified current research hotspots within the field, focusing on vascular progenitor cells, inflammatory mechanisms, and extracellular vesicles. Emerging research frontiers, such as extracellular vesicles and oxidative stress, have been highlighted as areas of burgeoning interest. Finally, we offer perspectives on the status of research and future directions of MSC therapy in AS.
    CONCLUSION: This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights for advancing scientific research on MSC therapy for AS. By elucidating pivotal trends and research directions, this study aimed to foster innovation and promote the progress of disciplines in this field, thereby contributing to advancing scientific knowledge and clinical practice.
    Keywords:  Atherosclerosis; Bibliometrics; CiteSpace; Treatment strategy; Visual analysis
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.4252/wjsc.v16.i12.1062
  9. Front Cardiovasc Med. 2024 ;11 1436600
    A bibliometric analysis of abdominal aortic aneurysm (2014-2024).
    Shao-Jia Liu, Xin-Qing Yang, Hong-Qiao Lu, Kun-Chi Zhang, Yong-Jiang Tang, Yu Xu.
       Background: Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a localized bulge of the abdominal aorta, which mainly manifests as a pulsatile mass in the abdomen. Once an abdominal aortic aneurysm ruptures, the patient's life is seriously endangered. Surgery is the preferred treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysm. At present, there has been no comprehensive review of the current status of abdominal aortic aneurysm research. Therefore, this study aimed to identify global trends in abdominal aortic aneurysm research over the last 10 years through bibliometric analysis and to inform clinical practice, research funding allocation, and decision-making.
    Methods: We downloaded research articles and reviews on abdominal aortic aneurysm from 1 January 2014, to 1 March 2024, from the Web of Science core collection. CiteSpace (version 6.2.1), RStudio and VOSviewer (version 1.6.18) were used for visual analysis of regional distribution, institutions, authors, keywords and other information.
    Results: The number of documents on abdominal aortic aneurysm research increased continuously and has stabilized in recent years. A total of 9,905 publications from 67 countries were published from 1 January 2014, to 1 March 2024. A total of 2,142 (29.52%) studies were from the United States, 1,293 (13.05%) were from China, and 919 (9.28%) were from the United Kingdom. A total of 205 studies were conducted at Stanford University, 172 were conducted at Harvard Medical School, and 165 were conducted at the Mayo Clinic. The top three coauthorship authors were Schermerhorn, Marc L (114); Golledge, Jonathan (102); and De Vries, Jean Paul P.M. (74). The most cocited reference was Chaikof EL, 2018, J Vasc Surg, v67, p. 2; the most cocited journal was the Journal of Vascular Surgery; and the most cocited author was Lederle, FA. "Abdominal aortic aneurysm" was the most frequently used author keyword (2,492). Twenty-five references with strong citation bursts were identified by "CiteSpace". "Artificial intelligence", "clinical outcomes" and "bridging stent" were the primary keywords of emerging research hotspots.
    Conclusion: This is the first bibliometric study to comprehensively summarize the research trends in abdominal aortic aneurysm research. This information can help us to identify the current research hotspots and directions. This study will provide extensive help for future research.
    Keywords:  CiteSpace; R package; VOSviewer; abdominal aortic aneurysm; bibliometric analysis
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fcvm.2024.1436600
  10. J Orthop Surg Res. 2024 Dec 31. 19(1): 897
    Research trends and frontiers in rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty: based on bibliometric and visualization analysis.
    Runkai Zhao, Haichao Ren, Pengcheng Li, Menglin Fan, Runzhi Zhao, Te Liu, Yan Wang, Quanbo Ji, Guoqiang Zhang.
       BACKGROUND: Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is an effective treatment for end-stage knee osteoarthritis, and postoperative rehabilitation is crucial. However, a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of this area has yet to emerge. This study aims to visualize the research trends in postoperative rehabilitation after TKA through bibliometric analysis and explore current research frontiers and hotspots.
    METHODS: Publications related to postoperative rehabilitation following TKA were identified and extracted from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database. CiteSpace and VOSviewer were used for bibliometric and visualization analysis.
    RESULTS: From January 1, 2000, to December 31, 2022, a total of 1,422 articles on TKA postoperative rehabilitation were identified from the database. The number of publications and citations showed steady growth during this period. The United States was the major contributor in this field, with the University of Colorado being the most active institution domestically. J Arthroplasty ranked first in both publication volume and total citations among all journals. Stevens-Lapsley, JE, and Mizner, RL were the two most influential authors. Reference and keyword analyses suggest that remote or home-based rehabilitation, the development of novel prehabilitation techniques, and pain management hold significant research potential, constituting current research hotspots.
    CONCLUSION: This study quantitatively identified and assessed the current research status and trends in perioperative rehabilitation management for TKA through bibliometric and visualization analyses. It provides essential information for scholars in the field of TKA postoperative rehabilitation research, highlighting key research frontiers and trends.
    Keywords:  Bibliometrics; CiteSpace; Postoperative rehabilitation; Total knee arthroplasty; VOSviewer; Visualization analysis
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-024-05377-5
  11. World J Stem Cells. 2024 Dec 26. 16(12): 1086-1105
    Bibliometrics of trends in global research on the roles of stem cells in myocardial fibrosis therapy.
    Jing-Yi Ding, Tian-Tian Meng, Ruo-Lin Du, Xin-Bin Song, Yi-Xiang Li, Jing Gao, Ran Ji, Qing-Yong He.
       BACKGROUND: Myocardial fibrosis, a condition linked to several cardiovascular diseases, is associated with a poor prognosis. Stem cell therapy has emerged as a potential treatment option and the application of stem cell therapy has been studied extensively. However, a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of these studies has yet to be conducted.
    AIM: To map thematic trends, analyze research hotspots, and project future directions of stem cell-based myocardial fibrosis therapy.
    METHODS: We conducted a bibliometric and visual analysis of studies in the Web of Science Core Collection using VOSviewer and Microsoft Excel. The dataset included 1510 articles published between 2001 and 2024. Countries, organizations, authors, references, keywords, and co-citation networks were examined to identify evolving research trends.
    RESULTS: Our findings revealed a steady increase in the number of publications, with a projected increase to over 200 publications annually by 2030. Initial research focused on stem cell-based therapy, particularly for myocardial infarction and heart failure. More recently, there has been a shift toward cell-free therapy, involving extracellular vesicles, exosomes, and microRNAs. Key research topics include angiogenesis, inflammation, apoptosis, autophagy, and oxidative stress.
    CONCLUSION: This analysis highlights the evolution of stem cell therapies for myocardial fibrosis, with emerging interest in cell-free approaches. These results are expected to guide future scientific exploration and decision-making.
    Keywords:  Bibliometrics; Cardiovascular diseases; Myocardial fibrosis; Stem cells; VOSviewer
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.4252/wjsc.v16.i12.1086
  12. Front Oncol. 2024 ;14 1424812
    Application of Mendelian randomized research method in oncology research: bibliometric analysis.
    Jiahao Chen, Yunli Wang, Rongsheng Jiang, Yawei Qu, Yan Li, Yang Zhang.
       Background: Cancer has always been a difficult problem in the medical field, and with the gradual deepening of Genome-wide association studies (GWAS), Mendelian randomization methods have been increasingly used to study cancer pathogenesis. In this study, we examine the literature on Mendelian cancer, summarize the status of the research, and analyze the development trends in the field.
    Methods: Publications on "Mendelian Randomization - Cancer" were retrieved and downloaded from the Web of Science Core Collection database. CiteSpace 6.2.R4, VOSviewer 1.6.19, Scimago Graphica 1.0.38, Bibliometrix R-package, and a bibliometric online analysis platform were used for data analysis and visualization. An in-depth analysis of country or region, authors, journals, keywords, and references was performed to provide insights into the content related to the field.
    Results: A total of 836 articles were included in the analysis; 643 authors from 72 countries had published articles related to the field. China and Harvard University (among countries and institutions, respectively) had the highest number of articles. Martin, Richard M and Smith, George Davey were the largest contributors. A total of 27 cancers have been studied, with breast, colorectal, and liver cancers being the most studied.
    Conclusion: This study is the first to use bibliometric methods to visualize the application of Mendelian randomization analysis in the field of cancer, revealing research trends and research frontiers in the field. This information will provide a strong reference for cancer researchers and epidemiologic researchers.
    Keywords:  Mendelian randomization; bibliometric analysis; cancer; cancer risk; carcinoma; epidemiology; genome-wide association studies; tumors
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fonc.2024.1424812
  13. Pharm Biol. 2025 Dec;63(1): 27-41
    Overview of current research on traditional Chinese medicine in skin disease treatment: a bibliometric analysis from 2014 to 2024.
    Lin Li, Lanfang Zhang, Yuan Li, Yuan Cai, Xue Wen, Chenjie Zheng, Chuyan Wu, Yunlei Bao, Feng Jiang, Nana Sun, Ni Zeng.
       CONTEXT: Recent research has revealed significant advancements in the field of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for skin diseases. However, there is a lack of visualization analysis within this research domain.
    OBJECTIVE: To analyze the research directions and advancements in TCM research in skin diseases.
    MATERIALS AND METHODS: Publications related to TCM in skin diseases from 2014 to 2024 were searched on the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC), VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and the R package "bibliometrix" were employed to visualize and analyze the retrieved data.
    RESULTS: The study included 527 articles published in 25 countries. The number of publications consistently increased from 2014 to 2024. The Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine was the most noteworthy institution in this field. Among the journals in this domain, the Journal of Ethnopharmacology was the most popular, and most frequently co-cited journal. Chuanjian Lu published the most papers and Yin-Ku Lin was the most frequently co-cited author. Among keywords, "psoriasis" appeared the most frequently. Additionally, several emerging research hotspots were identified, indicating the transition from traditional Chinese therapies to investigations of the molecular interactions and network pharmacology of Chinese herbs in treatment of skin diseases over the past decade.
    DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION: This visualization analysis summarizes the research directions and advancements in TCM research on skin diseases. It presents a comprehensive examination of the latest research frontiers and trends and serves as a valuable reference for scholars engaged in the study of TCM research.
    Keywords:  Chinese herbal medicine; Chinese material medical; CiteSpace; TCM; VOSviewer; bibliometrics; dermatologic disease; dermopathy; skin disorder
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1080/13880209.2024.2443415
  14. Front Neurosci. 2024 ;18 1514678
    Mapping the structure of biomarkers in autism spectrum disorder: a review of the most influential studies.
    Fang Jin, Zhidan Wang.
       Background: Autism spectrum disorder is a distinctive developmental condition which is caused by an interaction between genetic vulnerability and environmental factors. Biomarkers play a crucial role in understanding disease characteristics for diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. This study employs bibliometric analysis to identify and review the 100 top-cited articles' characteristics, current research hotspots and future directions of autism biomarkers.
    Methods: A comprehensive search of autism biomarkers studies was retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection database with a combined keyword search strategy. A comprehensive analysis of the top 100 articles was conducted with CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and Excel, including citations, countries, authors, and keywords.
    Results: The top 100 cited studies were published between 1988 and 2021, with the United States led in productivity. Core biomarkers such as genetics, children, oxidative stress, and mitochondrial dysfunction are well-established. Potential trends for future research may include brain studies, metabolomics, and associations with other psychiatric disorders.
    Conclusion: This pioneering bibliometric analysis provides a comprehensive compilation of the 100 most-cited studies on autism, which not only offers a valuable resource for doctors, and researchers but shedding insights into current shortcomings and future endeavors. Future research should prioritize the application of emerging technologies for biomarkers, longitudinal study of biomarkers, and specificity of autism biomarkers to advance the precision of ASD diagnosis and treatment.
    Keywords:  autism biomarkers; bibliometric analysis; brain; genetics; metabolomics; mitochondrial dysfunction; oxidative stress
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fnins.2024.1514678
  15. Pharm Biol. 2025 Dec;63(1): 15-26
    Characterization of global research trends and prospects on celastrol, a principal bioactive ingredient of Tripterygium wilfordii Hook F: bibliometric analysis.
    Huizi Ye, Yufang Wang, Xue Zhang, Lin Yang, Banglan Cai, Denghai Zhang, Bin Peng.
       CONTEXT: Celastrol, acknowledged as a prominent exemplar of the potential for transforming traditional medicinal compounds into contemporary pharmaceuticals, has garnered considerable attention owing to its extensive pharmacological activities. The increasing volume of publications concerning celastrol highlights its importance in current scientific inquiry. Despite the growing interest in this compound, a bibliometric analysis focused on this subject remains to be undertaken.
    OBJECTIVE: Our study explored a bibliometric approach to identify and characterize global research trends and frontiers related to celastrol, including mapping research outputs, influential contributors, and thematic areas, as well as highlighting gaps and opportunities for future investigations.
    MATERIALS AND METHODS: In this study, we utilized the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) to source and review articles related to celastrol published from 1997 to 2023. The bibliometric analysis was conducted using the R package 'Bibliometrix,' supplemented by visualization tools including CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and GraphPad Prism 10.
    RESULTS: Celastrol related research papers have exhibited an upward trend annually and can be categorized into three distinct phases, each highlighting different areas of focus. China, the United States, and South Korea rank as the top three nations for publication volume, with varied research interests across these countries. Several prolific research teams have emerged, each with distinct areas of interest. Examining the primary research domains of celastrol (anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and toxicity) reveals a notable intersection between the first two domains.
    DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The scope and depth of celastrol research have been steadily expanding, with regional and team-specific variations. Key research areas include anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and toxicity studies. Future research is expected to focus on enhancing the effectiveness and reducing the toxicity of celastrol. Meanwhile, given the multi-target characteristics of celastrol's effects, integrating methods such as network biology and molecular simulation will provide a novel perspective for celastrol research.
    Keywords:  Celastrol; CiteSpace; VOSviewer; bibliometrics; visualization
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1080/13880209.2024.2443424
  16. Front Neurol. 2024 ;15 1479731
    Trends in exercise therapy research for neurological diseases: a bibliometric and visualization approach from 2000 to 2024.
    Jiacheng Zhang, Lielie Zhu.
       Background: Neurological disorders are one of the major global health burdens, and exercise therapy has been widely recognized as a beneficial intervention. However, the existing literature has primarily focused on summarizing the interventions, complications, and influencing factors, with relatively limited systematic comparisons and summaries.
    Methods: This study employed a bibliometric analysis approach, using VOSviewer and CiteSpace software to analyze the literature on the application of exercise therapy in neurological disorders from 2000 to 2024, including annual publication volumes, countries/regions, institutions, authors, journals, keyword co-occurrences, keyword clustering, keyword timelines, and keyword bursts.
    Results: The study found that the United States is the leading contributor in this field, and the University of Toronto and the University of Illinois are the most active research institutions. Keyword analysis revealed that the research hotspots in this field are concentrated on the role of exercise therapy in the prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and improvement of quality of life for neurological disorders, and are gradually delving into its potential physiological mechanisms.
    Conclusion: This study provides valuable references for subsequent research in this field, helping to track the research frontiers and predict future research directions. Future research could further explore the specific mechanisms and clinical efficacy for different neurological diseases, providing more targeted evidence for clinical practice.
    Keywords:  CiteSpace; VOSviewer; bibliometrics; exercise therapy; neurological diseases; visualization
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2024.1479731
  17. Zhonghua Yan Ke Za Zhi. 2025 Jan 11. 61(1): 47-55
    [Visual bibliometric analysis of the research status and hotspots of endophthalmitis in the past decade].
    X Wu, K Wang, Y S Han, Z H Liu.
      Objective: To explore the research status and hotspots in the field of endophthalmitis based on bibliometrics. Methods: A bibliometric study was conducted. In May 2024, the Web of Science Core Collection database was searched for relevant English-language literature on endophthalmitis published from 2014 to 2023. Endnote X9 was used to manage and check the included literature; Excel software was employed for data management and statistics, and graphs were created for frequency data. CiteSpace and VOSviewer software systems were utilized to construct visual maps of literature authors, institutions, countries, journals, and keywords and conduct analyses. Results: A total of 1 466 articles were finally included. The number of literature in the field of endophthalmitis showed a fluctuating trend in the past decade. The journal with the most published articles was Retina. Among the top 10 authors with the highest number of publications, 5 were from the LV Prasad Eye Institute in India, and 2 were from the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in the United States. The top 10 institutions with the largest number of literature were the LV Prasad Eye Institute in India, the University of Miami in the United States, Wayne State University in the United States, Aravind Eye Hospital in India, the University of Oklahoma in the United States, Fudan University in China, Manipal International University in Malaysia, Thomas Jefferson University in the United States, Duke University in the United States, and Sun Yat-sen University in China. The United States, India, and China were countries with relatively high productivity in publishing articles on endophthalmitis. Research related to endophthalmitis was dominated by the United States, and the intensity of its international exchanges and cooperation was significantly higher than that of Asian countries, suggesting that other countries, including China, need to strengthen international exchanges. The results of keyword and burst term studies showed that current research on endophthalmitis mainly focused on etiological investigations, risk management, prevention, control, treatment, and prognosis evaluation. Conclusions: In the past decade, the number of literature in the field of endophthalmitis showed a fluctuating trend. Etiological investigations, incidence rates, and classification management of endophthalmitis were hot research areas, and research reports on prevention, control, diagnosis, treatment, and complex cases were the focus of current and future research.
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3760/cma.j.cn112142-20240701-00288
  18. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2024 Dec 30.
    Shell-based agricultural wastes biomass valorization for biofuel production: a bibliometric analysis into the circular bioeconomy.
    Abdulrahman Oyekanmi Adeleke, Kazeem Alasinrin Babatunde, Saraswathy Kasavan, Rohayu Che Omar, Temitope T Dele-Afolabi.
      The valorization of shell-based agricultural waste biomass for biofuel production represents a promising approach within the circular bioeconomy. This study employs a bibliometric analysis to investigate research trends and identify key developments in the field from 1997 to 2023, using data from the Web of Science and VOSviewer for scientific mapping. A total of 1333 research articles were examined, revealing notable shifts in research focus: from pyrolysis and biomass energy (1997-2005) to gasification (2006-2014), and more recently, to enzymatic hydrolysis and lignocellulosic biomass gasification (2015-2023). Findings highlight the critical role of pre-treatment processes such as combustion, pyrolysis, and torrefaction in enhancing biofuel yields. The analysis also underscores Asia's leading role in research contributions, with collaborative networks strengthening across various global institutions. Future research is encouraged to explore innovative and cost-effective pre-treatment methods, fostering sustainable, large-scale biofuel production from agricultural waste shells.
    Keywords:  Bibliometric analysis; Biofuel production; Circular bioeconomy; Environmental sustainability; Shell biomasses; Valorization
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-024-35766-6
  19. J Multidiscip Healthc. 2024 ;17 6071-6090
    Self-Management of Kidney Transplant Recipients Research: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis.
    Jiaao Lou, Zhengbin Hu, Menglin Yuan, Rui Luo, Tao Zhang, Qifa Ye, Xin Zhou, Bilong Feng.
       Objective: This study analyzes research trends in self-management among kidney transplant recipients to inform future directions.
    Methods: Bibliometric analysis was performed on 444 English articles related to self-management of kidney transplant recipients in the Core Collection of Web of Science and Scopus databases using COOC 12.8, R software, Microsoft Excel 2019, VOSviewer, and CiteSpace, with a focus on citation ranking, publication year, journal, country, organization, author, impact factor, and keywords.
    Results: Four hundred and forty-four English articles revealed the United States as the leading publisher on kidney transplant recipient self-management. Norway's University of Oslo was the most productive institution, with Mirjam Tielen as the most prolific author and SCHÄFER-KELLER as the most influential. Belgium's research was most cited. Emerging hotspots included medication adherence, quality of life, psychological aspects, telemedicine, and health literacy in self-management research.
    Conclusion: This study has identified the most influential articles concerning the self-management of kidney transplant recipients, documented the pivotal journals in the field, and noted the most prolific countries, organizations, and authors contributing to the literature, as well as highlighted upcoming research trends. Going forward, the research in kidney transplant recipient self-management should explore the full potential of interdisciplinary integration, particularly by incorporating telemedicine into self-management education. Future efforts should also be directed towards refining the existing post-transplant follow-up management systems and enhancing lifelong care for kidney transplant recipients. Concurrently, there is a need to improve health literacy and self-management capabilities among these patients, with the ultimate goal of improving their prognosis.
    Keywords:  bibliometric analysis; kidney transplant; recipients; self-management; visual analysis
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.2147/JMDH.S482734
  20. Front Neurol. 2024 ;15 1464657
    Trends and hotspots of stereoelectroencephalogram from 2002 to 2023: a bibliometric analysis.
    Tianren Wang, Hengxin Dong, Kaiwei Li, Tao Feng, Yanfeng Yang, Sichang Chen, Di Lu, Penghu Wei, Yongzhi Shan, Guoguang Zhao.
       Background: Stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG), as a minimally invasive method that can stably collect intracranial electroencephalographic information over long periods, has increasingly been applied in the diagnosis and treatment of intractable epilepsy in recent years. Over the past 20 years, with the advancement of materials science and computer science, the application scenarios of SEEG have greatly expanded. Bibliometrics, as a method of scientifically analyzing published literature, can summarize the evolutionary process in the SEEG field and offer insights into its future development prospects.
    Methods: This article selected all the literature records retrieved on November 4, 2024, from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC). The search terms were as follows: "Stereo-electroencephalography" or "Stereo electroencephalography" or "Stereo-EEG" or "Stereo EEG" or "SEEG." The document types included were research articles and reviews. For analysis, VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and the R package "bibliometrix" were employed to analyze various aspects of the SEEG field, including authors, institutions, countries and regions, and research hotspots.
    Results: We reviewed a total of 1,383 non-duplicate literature records from 2002 to 2023, including 1,241 research articles, 116 review articles and 26 letters. Observing the annual publication trends, there has been an overall increase since 2002. The most influential journal in this field is Epilepsia. Other journals with considerable impact include Clinical Neurophysiology, Epileptic Disorders, Epilepsy Research, NeuroImage, and Epilepsy & Behavior. The top 5 most influential scholars are Bartolomei F, Tassi L, Nobili L, Russo GL, and Mc Gonigal A. As for the analysis of countries and regions, France occupies a leading position in this field with its early start, while China and the United States have also emerged as focal points since 2020. Research on SEEG has expanded beyond its initial use for localizing epileptic foci and thermo-coagulation treatments and have been employed as a medium to facilitate real-time prediction of epileptic seizures and enabling the exploration of brain network connectivity.
    Conclusion: As a minimally invasive tool for collecting intracranial electroencephalographic signals, SEEG continues to offer vast potential for development and application. Advances in electrode materials and robotic-assisted stereotactic techniques, have enabled SEEG to simultaneously sample multiple brain regions, acquire electrical signals from deep brain structures. These advantages significantly enhance the precision of epileptic focus localization in diagnosis and treatment, addressing the limitations of subdural electrodes. Through bibliometric analysis, this paper traces the developmental trajectory of SEEG and identifying key technological milestones, thereby providing a reference for scholarly research directions.
    Keywords:  SEEG; bibliometrics; electrophysiology; epilepsy; neurosurgery
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2024.1464657
  21. Front Med (Lausanne). 2024 ;11 1521712
    The application of ChatGPT in nursing: a bibliometric and visualized analysis.
    Peng Wang, Qian Zhang, Wenyu Zhang, Jing Sun.
       Objective: With the development of ChatGPT, the number of studies within the nursing field has increased. The sophisticated language capabilities of ChatGPT, coupled with its exceptional precision, offer significant support within the nursing field, which includes clinical nursing, nursing education, and the clinical decision-making process. Preliminary findings suggest positive outcomes, underscoring its potential as a valuable resource for enhancing clinical care. However, a comprehensive analysis of this domain is lacking, and the application of bibliometric methods remains rare. This study aims to describe and predict the developmental trajectory of the discipline, identify research hotspots and trends, and provide a comprehensive framework for the integration of ChatGPT in nursing.
    Methods: Following the development of a search strategy in collaboration with librarians, the implementation of this strategy occurred in the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) on June 30, 2024. For bibliometric and visual analyses-including evaluations of sources, institutions, countries, author collaboration networks, and keywords-Bibliometrix (version 4.4.2) and CiteSpace (version 6.2.R2 Basic) were employed.
    Results: A total of 81 articles published by 67 authors were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection database, covering the period of June 30, 2024. The number of published studies has exhibited an increasing trend. The "European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing" emerged as the most productive journals, while the USA, the UK, and China were identified as the leading countries in terms of publication output. The top 10 keywords identified in this study include artificial intelligence, nursing education, large language models, ChatGPT, natural language processing, generative artificial intelligence, care, nursing practice, clinical decision-making, and deep learning.
    Conclusion: ChatGPT is an emerging tool in the nursing field, currently in the foundational research phase. While there is significant international collaboration, cooperation among author groups remains somewhat limited. Studies focusing on ChatGPT in nursing primarily concentrate on two key themes: (1) the deep learning of ChatGPT in nursing and (2) the feasibility of its application. It is essential for nurses across various specialties to collaborate in exploring the diverse applications of ChatGPT within their domains, thereby fostering the ongoing development and enhancement of this technology.
    Keywords:  ChatGPT; CiteSpace; knowledge hotspots; nursing; visualized analysis
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2024.1521712
  22. Ethiop J Health Sci. 2024 Oct;34(Spec Iss 1): 53-66
    The State of Radiology Research in Ethiopia: A Scoping Review.
    Ashenafi Aberra Buser, Alemayehu Bedane, Kumlachew Abate Mekonen, Tesfaye Kebede, Shimels Hussien Mohammed.
       Background: Radiology is an essential component of modern medicine and a rapidly evolving research field. The nature and dynamic of radiology research in Ethiopia remained largely unexplored This bibliometric scoping review was done to explore the current state of radiology research in Ethiopia.
    Methods: Literature search was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, and Google Scholar from inception to June 15, 2024. Study screening, review, and selection were performed using EndNote Reference Manager. The key indicators assessed include publication trends, research themes, publication utility, contribution and collaboration of individuals and institutions, and journal metrics. Statistical analysis was done using R and VOS viewer software.
    Results: Though low in volume, radiology research publication is increasing in Ethiopia, with 241 publications from 1968 to 2024, accounting for 0.03% of the global radiology research output. Top contributing institutions were Addis Ababa University, Jimma University, and St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College. The studies were largely focused on case-reports, cross-sectional studies, and diagnostic imaging. Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, artificial intelligence and trials constituted only 3% of the studies. Most publications (96.7%) were done by academic institutions. Most frequently used journals were Ethiopian Medical Journal and Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences, accounting for 29% and 15% of the total publications, respectively. Publications in Q1 journals was 12%. International collaboration was 7%, with the USA being the primary collaborator.
    Conclusion: To elevate the quality and impact of radiology research in Ethiopia, it is crucial to adopt contemporary and robust research methodologies, align research topics with global trends and technological advancements, and foster enhanced collaboration and productivity within the research community.
    Keywords:  Bibliometrics Analysis; Ethiopia; Radiology; Scoping Review
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.4314/ejhs.v34i1.9S
  23. J Dent. 2024 Dec 27. pii: S0300-5712(24)00719-X. [Epub ahead of print] 105550
    Scientific Trends in Clinical Trials on Tooth Bleaching: A Bibliometric and Altmetric Review.
    Aurélio de Oliveira Rocha, Michael Willian Favoreto, Lucas Menezes Dos Anjos, Bruno Henriques, Alessandro Dourado Loguercio, Alessandra Reis, Mariane Cardoso.
       OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to analyze the characteristics and trends of publications in clinical trials on tooth bleaching through a bibliometric and altmetric analysis.
    METHODS: A search was conducted in September 2024 on Web of Science Core Collection (WoS-CC) and Scopus. Two researchers selected articles and extracted key study characteristics. VOSviewer was used to generate bibliometric networks. Dimensions was consulted to measure altmetric data.
    RESULTS: 416 studies were included, published between 1990 and 2024. The most cited study obtained 164 citations on WoS-CC and 201 on Scopus. The studies predominantly investigated bFFIGleaching efficacy (n = 232), often employing double-blind designs (n = 146), conducted in adults (n = 403), randomized (n = 307), and mainly using hydrogen peroxide (n = 200) for at-home vital dental bleaching (n = 199). The majority of the articles were published by Brazilian authors (n = 165), with Loguercio AD (n = 70) and Reis A (n = 56) being the most frequent authors. The manufacturer FGM led with the highest number of investigated products (n = 153), particularly highlighting Whiteness HP Maxx 35% (n = 40). VOSviewer revealed significant collaborations among authors and keywords. According to Dimensions, users of Mendeley and news outlets have shown great interest in whitening clinical trials.
    CONCLUSION: This study highlighted a growing trend in clinical trials on tooth bleaching over 30 years, with a strong predominance of studies conducted in Brazil that primarily investigated bleaching efficacy through double-blind designs in adults using hydrogen peroxide.
    CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Clinical trials on tooth bleaching represent one of the highest levels of scientific evidence guiding clinical practice, thus requiring thorough evaluation.
    Keywords:  Carbamide Peroxide; Clinical Trial; Hydrogen Peroxide; Tooth Bleaching; Tooth Whitening; bibliometric analysis
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdent.2024.105550
  24. Health Res Policy Syst. 2025 Jan 02. 23(1): 1
    The evolution of health policy and systems research in 11 low- and middle-income countries and the role of the Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research: a bibliometric analysis for 1999-2020.
    Nino Paichadze, Emma K Cook, Heather E Rosen, Sara Kurtovic, Adnan A Hyder.
       OBJECTIVES: Given the rapid growth of the field of health policy and systems research (HPSR), it is important to monitor the research environment, especially the evolution of HPSR research outputs in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The objective of this study was to generate quantitative metrics to assess the production of HPSR publications and the role of the Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research (the Alliance) grant-funded projects in 11 LMICs over the past 20 years.
    METHODS: We conducted a systematic literature search for HPSR literature from 1999 to 2020 pertaining to 11 target LMIC countries, including grey literature. We analysed the frequency of publications over time, by country and by thematic area. We then used a database of the Alliance's previous grantees to analyse authorship by Alliance-funded investigators.
    RESULTS: HPSR publications across all 11 target countries increased steadily over the past two decades and the rate of publication increased by an average of 34% per year. The majority of HPSR publications during the study period were in health systems (23%) and health workforce (19%) thematic areas. Nineteen per cent of HPSR publications during this time were authored by Alliance-funded investigators. There was extensive heterogeneity between countries both in number of publications and in proportion of publications authored by Alliance-funded investigators.
    CONCLUSIONS: Growth in the HPSR research environment reflects the expanding prominence of the HPSR field and increased HPSR research capacity in the 11 target countries. Alliance-funded investigators made an important contribution to the growth in HPSR output in these countries.
    Keywords:  Bibliometrics; Developing countries; Health policy; Public health systems research
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1186/s12961-024-01254-z
  25. Turk J Ophthalmol. 2024 Dec 31. 54(6): 324-329
    Publication Rates of Oculoplastic Surgery and Orbit Abstracts Presented at Turkish Ophthalmological Association National Congresses: 10-Year Analysis.
    Yusuf İkbal Erdoğdu, Nilay Yüksel.
       Objectives: This study aimed to examine the publication rates of abstracts related to oculoplastic surgery and orbital diseases presented at the Turkish Ophthalmological Association National Congresses (TOA-NCs) in 2013-2022.
    Materials and Methods: The study included abstracts in the field of oculoplastic surgery and orbital diseases accepted for presentation at TOA-NCs between 2013 and 2022. These abstracts were reviewed in terms of presentation type (oral, poster), number of authors, study setting (university, training and research, private, public, or abroad hospital), study type (case, clinical, or basic science), study topic (eyelid, lacrimal system, orbit, or thyroid eye disease), journal publication status, time to publication (months), publishing journal (national, international), and journal impact factor.
    Results: A total of 802 presentations (233 [29.1%] oral, 569 [70.9%] poster) were included in the study. Of these, 122 abstracts (15.2%) were published (56 [45.9%] oral, 66 [54.1%] poster presentations). The publication rate for oral presentations was higher than for poster presentations (24.0% vs. 11.6%, p<0.05). The median publication time and journal impact factor were 18 months (range, 1-88) and 1.3 (range, 0.1-5.17), respectively. Case abstracts had a publication rate of 6.3%, while clinical studies had a higher rate of 21.8% (p<0.05). Publication time was negatively correlated with journal impact factor (r=-0.211, p=0.039).
    Conclusion: The 10-year publication rate (15.2%) of abstracts presented in the field of oculoplastic surgery and orbit at TOA-NCs was found to be lower than that of other international ophthalmology meetings. It is noteworthy that the publication rate of oral abstracts and clinical studies was significantly higher. To enhance the scientific publication potential in Türkiye, which has many active ophthalmologists and ophthalmology clinics, it would be beneficial to identify and address negative factors, support clinicians, and strengthen their connections with the basic medical sciences.
    Keywords:  Abstract; congress; oculoplastic surgery; publication rate
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.4274/tjo.galenos.2024.39586
  26. Open Vet J. 2024 Nov;14(11): 2877-2882
    Recent progress in camel research.
    Ashraf M Abu-Seida, Marwa H Hassan, Abdulrahman Abdulkarim, Elham A Hassan.
       Background: Camelids play an important role in the preservation of ecosystems, biodiversity, food security, economic growth, adaptation to climate change, and cultural and social aspects. Therefore, the United Nations has named 2024 the International Year of Camelids (IYC).
    Aim: This study aimed to assess the recent progress in camel research and its citation effect as shown in the Scopus database in the IYC.
    Methods: On March 17, 2024, a literature search was done to discover papers indexed in Scopus® using the search terms "camel", "camelids", and "Camelus dromedarius". Automatic and manual screening processes were used.
    Results: Between 1850 and 2024, a total of 15,844 camelid-related papers were published. Approximately 30% of these documents were released within the previous 5 years (2019-2023). Camel research was included into 28 scientific topics. The top five topics were agricultural and biological sciences, medicine, veterinary science, biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology, immunology, and microbiology. The top five authors in camel research were Faye B, Wernery U, Muyldermans S, Kinne J, and Sahani MS. The top five camel research contributors among 159 academic institutions were from King Saud University, King Faisal University, ICAR-National Research Centre on Camel, Bikane, Cairo University, and United Arab Emirates University. Out of 152 nations active in camel research, the top five were the United States, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Undefined, and India. The top five languages were English, French, Chinese, Russian, and German. The camel research was financed by 158 sponsors, with the top five being undefined, the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the Deanship of Scientific Research, King Saud University, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Science Foundation. Camel papers have been published under 161 source titles. The top five sources were: Journal of Camel Practice and Research, Tropical Animal Health and Production, Indian Journal of Animal Sciences, Veterinary Parasitology, and Emirates Journal of Food and Agriculture.
    Conclusion: Although camelids are understudied in scientific studies, there has been a promising increase in camel research over the past 5 years. Furthermore, the IYC may give a unique opportunity to assist scientific research, particularly in low-income countries with large camelid populations.
    Keywords:  Documents; International year of camelids; Journal of Camel Practice and Research; Scopus; United Nations
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.5455/OVJ.2024.v14.i11.16
  27. Zhonghua Lao Dong Wei Sheng Zhi Ye Bing Za Zhi. 2024 Dec 20. 42(12): 946-953
    [Visualization analysis of research progress on work-related musculoskeletal disorders in domestic and international].
    Q Xu, M M Yang, N Jia, Z X Wang.
      Objective: To study aims to examine the current state and future trajectory of research on work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) both domestically and internationally. Methods: In February 2024, Using CiteSpace software and bibliometrics, a bibliometric analysis and knowledge map study were conducted on the Web of Science core journal collection and 3144 related documents from CNKI as of December 31, 2023. Results: This study included a total of 3144 articles (723 in Chinese and 2421 in English). Research on WMSDs both domestically and internationally has entered a phase of rapid growth. The United States ranks first in terms of publication regions, accounting for 20.96% of the global publication volume, followed by Canada (7.45%), Brazil (6.51%), Australia (6.34%), and China (6.34%). The main institutions in China are the Institute of Occupational Health and Poison Control of the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention (101 articles), Peking University and its affiliated hospitals (86 articles), Xinjiang Medical University and its affiliated hospitals (59 articles), Guangzhou Occupational Disease Prevention and Control Institute (45 articles), and Hubei Xinhua Hospital (34 articles). The core scholars conducting research on WMSDs in China are mainly from three research groups: Wang Zhongxu's team from the Institute of Occupational Health and Poison Control of the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention (84 articles), He Lihua's team from the School of Public Health at Peking University (50 articles), and Ling Ruijie's team from Xinhua Hospital in Hubei Province (32 articles). The collaborative network analysis of Chinese literature authors obtained a total of 569 nodes and 1026 connections, with a network density of 0.0063. The clustering of literature keywords in China mainly includes incidence rate, ergonomic load, biomechanics, musculoskeletal disorders, musculoskeletal system, risk factors, nurses, rehabilitation, occupational health, automobile manufacturing, middle-aged and elderly patients, and hospitalized patients; Abroad, the main diseases include osteoporosis, occupational health, rheumatoid arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, rehabilitation, return to work, arthritis, rheumatology, work-related musculoskeletal disorders, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and network pharmacology. Conclusion: The research on WMSDs in China has formed a relatively complete methodology, epidemiological characteristics, and risk factor investigation data, and has explored the prevention and intervention of diseases to some extent.
    Keywords:  Bibliometrics; Knowledge graph; Research hotspots; Work-related musculoskeletal disorders; Workplace
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3760/cma.j.cn121094-20240227-00072
  28. World J Hepatol. 2024 Dec 27. 16(12): 1493-1504
    Insight into the history and trends of liver transplantation for echinococcosis: A bibliometric analysis.
    Alimujiang Mamuti, Aliya Tulading, Yun-Fei Zhang, Yilizhati Azhati, Abudusalamu Tuersunmaimaiti, Maiwulanjiang Maimaiti, Chun-Hui Lv, Jing Wu, Gang Yao, Amina Aierken, Tuerhongjiang Tuxun.
       BACKGROUND: Liver transplantation (LT) has demonstrated favorable efficacy in managing end-stage alveolar echinococcosis. Nevertheless, the current research focal points and advancement trends remain ambiguous.
    AIM: To map the research landscape to underscore critical areas of focus, influential studies, and future directions of LT for echinococcosis treatment.
    METHODS: Publications on LT for echinococcosis treatment published between 1900 and 2023 were searched in the Web of Science database and analyzed using bibliometrics.
    RESULTS: A total of 14 countries/regions, 75 institutions, and 499 authors have published research articles, with China, Turkey, and France being the three most productive countries. The four institutions with the most contributions were Sichuan University, Xinjiang Medical University, the University de Franche Comte, and Inonu University. The three authors who contributed the most were Wen Hao, Wang Wentao, and Bresson Hadni Solange. The four most common keywords were alveolar echinococcosis, LT, ex-vivo liver resection and autotransplantation, and echinococcosis multilocularies.
    CONCLUSION: Our study found that the treatment of complications after LT for echinococcosis treatment and the preoperative surgical plan based on the anatomical relationship between the lesion and the blood vessel are early research hotspots. Recent research focuses on the treatment of complications after ex-vivo liver resection and autotransplantation, especially vascular complications.
    Keywords:  Bibliometrics; Echinococcosis; Ex-vivo liver resection and autotransplantation; Liver transplantation; Vascular complications
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.4254/wjh.v16.i12.1493
  29. Heliyon. 2024 Nov 30. 10(22): e40196
    A bibliometric analysis of biopesticides in corn pest management: Current trends and future prospects.
    Amik Krismawati, Yustisia Yustisia, Zainal Arifin, Titik Purbiati, Diding Rachmawati, Evy Latifah, Nicky Rahmana Putra, Irianto Irianto, Lailatul Qomariyah.
      This bibliographic review paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the scholarly literature on biopesticides utilized in corn pest management, employing a bibliometric approach to identify current trends and prospects in the field. The growing demand for sustainable agricultural practices has fueled interest in biopesticides as effective alternatives to conventional chemical pesticides. By systematically examining relevant publications, this review synthesizes the collective knowledge on biopesticide applications in corn production, encompassing various types of biopesticides, their modes of action, efficacy against key corn pests, and environmental considerations. The study synthesizes recent advances in microbial, botanical, and biochemical biopesticides such as Bacillus thuringiensis, neem extracts, and linalool, highlighting their specificity, minimal environmental impact, and potential to reduce pest resistance. It delves into the modes of action, including insecticidal activity, feeding disruption, and pest reproduction inhibition. The review also outlines an integrated pest management (IPM) strategy that combines biopesticides with agronomic practices, including crop rotation, biological control agents, and resistant crop varieties. This combined approach aims to enhance pest suppression, improve yield sustainability, and reduce chemical pesticide reliance. The findings provide valuable insights into sustainable corn pest management practices, promoting environmental conservation and agricultural productivity. Ultimately, this review aims to provide researchers, policymakers, and practitioners with a valuable resource for understanding the current landscape of biopesticides in corn pest management and guiding future research directions toward sustainable crop protection strategies.
    Keywords:  Bibliometric analysis; Biopesticides; Corn; Corn pest management; Corn production
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e40196
  30. J Health Organ Manag. 2025 Jan 02.
    The trends of patient engagement in a co-production healthcare services: a insights from a bibliometric analysis.
    Bagus Nuari Harmawan, Sofia Al Farizi.
       PURPOSE: Co-production improves the quality of healthcare services by prioritizing patient-centred care and ensuring optimal implementation. Current patient participation research have primarily concentrated on the co-production stages, despite patient participation being the central emphasis of its implementation. A study conducted analysed four specific attributes of patient participation, with patient engagement specifically emphasizing the interactions between patients and healthcare workers. Several studies have concluded that the interaction between the two actors is inefficient. This article examines current study trends concerning patient participation and identifies knowledge gaps from these studies.
    DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: This study used bibliometric analysis. This study used VOSviewer software for bibliometric analysis. The Scopus database contained 398 publications about patient participation in co-production in healthcare, which served as the basis for the analysis.
    FINDINGS: The study on patient engagement in a co-production context for healthcare had grown fast in recent years. Patient-centred approach and patient-centred care were two important things in patient engagement. Several factors influenced the implementation of patient engagement: attitude, ability, awareness, responsibility and knowledge. It is still uncommon to do research on the measurement of output and results from patient engagement implementation. Studies on instruments for measuring these two factors, particularly in a quantitative manner, are still few.
    RESEARCH LIMITATIONS/IMPLICATIONS: Various recommendations have been put forward for additional investigation. Firstly, further examination of outcome measurement in patient engagement is necessary, given the lack of decisive instruments available. Secondly, examining the most influential factors on patient engagement in co-production in healthcare. Thirdly, a more thorough analysis is needed regarding the dimensions of co-production, considering that some dimensions overlap, such as the activation and empowerment dimensions, which are really carried out during engagement. The researcher acknowledges the inherent limitations of bibliometric studies, including the dependence on the Scopus databases for extracting data and the choice of search phrases. Furthermore, conducting a systematic literature review may be necessary to thoroughly examine and delineate the research topics, methodologies and outcomes of this study.
    ORIGINALITY/VALUE: This study updates us on patient engagement study trends and establishes a framework for implementing patient engagement in healthcare services.
    Keywords:  Continued intention; E-user expertise; Emotions; Immersion; Mobile food ordering apps; Perceived values
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1108/JHOM-03-2024-0123
  31. World J Orthop. 2024 Dec 18. 15(12): 1200-1207
    Low back pain in China: Disease burden and bibliometric analysis.
    Wei-Lin Yang, Wen-Cai Jiang, Yan-Hua Peng, Xian-Jie Zhang, Rui Zhou.
       BACKGROUND: Low back pain has become a global problem. Since many traditional Chinese therapies are helpful for low back pain, the current status of low back pain in China may provide some insights to this issue.
    AIM: To demonstrate the disease burden of low back pain in China and the response of Chinese scholars to this issue.
    METHODS: The burden of low back pain in China was estimated using the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 released by the American Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation. The incidence, prevalence and disability-adjusted life years were analyzed. We also performed a bibliometric analysis to analyzed the publication trend, changes of cooperation models and research topics on low back pain.
    RESULTS: Prevalence of low back pain increased from 69.61 million in 1990 to 102.96 million in 2021. New cases increased by a stunning 44.50 million in 2021. Low back pain led to an increase of 4.16 per 1000000 population in terms of disability-adjusted life years from 1990 to 2021. But the increase in China was slower than that of world average. As a response, publications of low back pain published by Chinese scholars were stably raised. From 1990 to 2023, domestic cooperation significantly increased, while international cooperation and no cooperation decreased. However, domestic cooperation decreased between 2021 and 2023. The number of studies on prevention and treatment of low back pain reduced from 1990 to 2023, while the mechanism, etiology and other aspects of low back pain augmented.
    CONCLUSION: The burden of low back pain in China is heavy. Together with the government, Chinese institutions of medical science should do more in declining the impacts of low back pain.
    Keywords:  Bibliometric analysis; Disease burden; Low back pain; Public health; Trend
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.5312/wjo.v15.i12.1200
  32. Cereb Circ Cogn Behav. 2024 ;7 100368
    Editorial. CCCB: The journal at age 5.
    Atticus H Hainsworth, Riccardo Paracampo, Anders Wallin.
      The journal Cerebral Circulation, Cognition & Behavior (CCCB) was conceived to serve at the border zone between the fields of cognition, brain vascular function, cerebrovascular disease and neurodegeneration. An umbrella term often used for this spectrum of disorders or conditions is Vascular contributions to Cognitive Impairment and Dementia (VCID). The journal was launched in 2020. Since then CCCB has published 146 articles and achieved listing on PubMed, Web of Science, Directory of Open Access Journals and Scopus. A Web of Science journal impact factor of 1.9 for 2023 has recently been released. The journal is online-only, with Gold Open Access. The number of full-text downloads is high, averaging 1200 per article.
    Keywords:  Brain health; Cerebrovascular disease; Cognition; Dementia; Vascular disease
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cccb.2024.100368
  33. Account Res. 2025 Jan 01. 1-20
    An analysis of availability and implications of unlabeled retracted articles on Sci-Hub.
    Biju V V, Sanjo Jose, Franklin J, Jasimudeen S.
       BACKGROUND: Researchers are increasingly accessing scientific articles through unauthorized websites like Sci-Hub. Sci-Hub contains retracted articles, including those which are not labelled as retracted, and this is a potential threat to academic research.
    METHODS: This study analyses the extent of the availability of retracted articles within the Sci-Hub, particularly focusing on the presence of unlabeled retracted articles (URA) which may inadvertently be used in subsequent research, thus propagating flawed findings. The authors identified 16925 English-language research articles retracted between 2003 and 2022 indexed in the Web of Science and Scopus databases. These articles were cross-checked with Sci-Hub to ascertain whether they were appropriately labelled as retracted.
    RESULTS: The investigation revealed that 84.83% of the retracted articles available on Sci-Hub do not have any indication of their retracted status. These URA could potentially be reused by researchers, unaware of their retracted status. The availability of URA in the field of health sciences is particularly high, which indicates a significant risk of their unintended use and further citation in future research.
    CONCLUSIONS: This study underscores the crucial need for stringent implementation of regulatory measures on retraction suggested by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) or newly published National Information Standards Organization (NISO) recommendations.
    Keywords:  Academic publishing; article retraction; post-retraction citations; research integrity; scholarly communication
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1080/08989621.2024.2446558
  34. Health Care Anal. 2024 Dec 31.
    Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Subjective Well-Being and Quality of Life: A Comprehensive Bibliometric and Thematic Analysis.
    Alper Aytekin, Rukiye Ayaz, Ahmet Ayaz.
      This study employs bibliometric and thematic analysis to evaluate the growing body of research on subjective well-being and quality of life during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings underscore the pandemic's profound impacts on global health, evidenced by a notable increase in studies addressing mental health and quality of life, fostered by international scientific collaboration. Keyword analysis reveals critical themes, including the pandemic's influence on mental health, physical activity, and social support systems. This research provides valuable insights into the long-term consequences of the pandemic and highlights adaptive strategies for managing future crises. By identifying key trends and research gaps, the study serves as an essential resource for academics, policymakers, and public health practitioners, offering a roadmap for future investigations.
    Keywords:  Bibliometric analysis; Covid-19; Quality of life; Subjective well-being; Trend topic
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1007/s10728-024-00507-w
  35. Urogynecology (Phila). 2024 Oct 09.
    What Are the Most Popular Articles in Urogynecology and Who Is Disseminating Them.
    Stephanie Nicole Williams, Jocelyn Fitzgerald.
       IMPORTANCE: This research describes which articles published in Urogynecology are garnering the most attention online. Understanding which articles are having the largest impact in the online community has become increasingly important due to the exponential increase in the use of social media on the internet.
    OBJECTIVE: The Altmetric Attention Score (AAS) is a quantitative and qualitative measure of the articles' online attention in social media and news outlets, blogs, and reference managers. The aim of this study was to provide an analysis of those accessing and sharing the 100 most popular articles published in Urogynecology.
    STUDY DESIGN: This was a retrospective descriptive analysis. Using Dimensions, a "linked research knowledge system," data about each article's demographics on Twitter and other media sources was extracted from each of the articles within Urogynecology with the highest AAS. No articles were excluded. The articles were categorized by topic and metrics of online sharing were compared among categories.
    RESULTS: Fifteen categories were created. Sexual health and education articles had the highest average Altmetric scores per article and reached the highest impressions per article and had the highest average follower count per Twitter user. On average, social justice in medicine had the highest number of tweets per article. Tweets were most often composed by members of the public (58%) compared with health care practitioners (14%), researchers (13%), and science communicators (12%).
    CONCLUSIONS: Sexual health and education articles had the highest average AAS and impressions on Twitter. We observed a difference in which articles are being shared most among the general public and health care professionals. The general public comprised a majority of those sharing articles online regardless of category. Additionally, there may be a disparity in research, its funding, and online scientific communications within the field of urogynecology.
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1097/SPV.0000000000001581
  36. Front Plant Sci. 2024 ;15 1500917
    Unravelling physiological disorders in onion and garlic: critical assessment and bibliometric visualization.
    Rajiv B Kale, Kiran Khandagale, Sendhil Ramadas, Abhishek Dilip Gavhane, Pranjali Gedam, Vijay Mahajan.
      Onion and garlic are economically important vegetable crops cultivated worldwide. Numerous pests and diseases affect the quality and yield of these crops. In addition to diseases and pests, several physiological disorders affect onion and garlic. The physiological disorders are abnormalities caused by intercultural operations, nutrient management, environmental factors, genetic regulation, etc. These physiological disorders significantly affect the yield and quality of onion and garlic, leading to monetary losses to the farmers. The following physiological disorders are commonly reported in onion: premature bolting, sprouting in storage, watery scale, doubling/twins, basal plate split, and thick neck. Premature sprouting and rubberization are the main physiological anomalies observed in garlic. The present review described the symptoms of these physiological abnormalities, the factors responsible, and ways to avoid or minimise the occurrence of these abnormalities to subsequently reduce the losses of the growers. Further, we also performed bibliometric analysis using the SCOPUS database. This is the first review that describes the progress of research on physiological disorders in onion and garlic in detail, which will positively increase awareness about such important aspects of onion and garlic. Further, it will provide insight to researchers for developing innovative strategies, cultural practices, and varieties to control these physiological abnormalities of onion and garlic.
    Keywords:  Allium cepa; Allium sativum; bibliometrics; bolting; doubles; rubberization; sprouting; watery scale
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2024.1500917
  37. Am J Ophthalmol. 2024 Dec 30. pii: S0002-9394(24)00588-9. [Epub ahead of print]
    Ophthalmology Journals' Guidelines on Generative AI: A Comprehensive Analysis.
    Wenqiao Huang, Yating Liang, Xianghui Wei, Yi Du.
       PURPOSE: The integration of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) into scientific research and academic writing has generated considerable controversy. Currently, standards for using GAI in academic medicine remain undefined. This study aims to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the guidance provided for authors regarding the use of GAI in ophthalmology scientific journals.
    DESIGN: Cross-sectional bibliometric analysis.
    PARTICIPANTS: A total of 140 ophthalmology journals listed in the Scimago Journal & Country Rankings, regardless of language or origin.
    METHODS: We systematically searched and screened the 140 ophthalmology journals' websites on October 19 to 20, 2024, and conducted updates on November 19 to 20, 2024.
    MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: The content of GAI guidelines from the websites of the 140 ophthalmology journals.
    RESULTS: Of the 140 journals, 96 (69%) provide explicit guidelines for authors regarding the use of GAI. Among these, nearly all journals agree on three key points: 1) 94 journals (98%) have established specific guidelines prohibiting GAI from being listed as an author. 2) 94 journals (98%) emphasize that human authors are responsible for the outputs generated by GAI tools. 3) All 96 journals require authors to disclose any use of GAI. Additionally, 20 journals (21%) specify that their guidelines pertain solely to the writing process with GAI. Furthermore, 92 journals (66%) have developed guidelines concerning GAI-generated images, with 63 journals (68%) permitting their use and 29 (32%) prohibiting them. Among those that prohibit GAI images, 27 journals (93%) allow their use under specific conditions.
    CONCLUSIONS: Although there is considerable ethical consensus among ophthalmology journals regarding the use of GAI, notable variations exist in terms of permissible use and disclosure practices. Establishing standardized guidelines is essential to safeguard the originality and integrity of scientific research. Researchers must uphold high standards of academic ethics and integrity when utilizing GAI.
    Keywords:  ChatGPT; academic ethics; author guidelines; generative artificial intelligence
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajo.2024.12.021
  38. Oral Dis. 2024 Dec 30.
    Women Who are Productivity Scholarship Holders in Brazil Published Lower Number of Articles Than Men.
    Laura Barreto Moreno, Pedro Paulo de Almeida de Dantas, Anelise Fernandes Montagner, Francisco Wilker Mustafa Gomes Muniz.
      
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1111/odi.15237
  39. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int. 2025 Jan 03.
    Valorization potential of coffee capsule waste: an updated bibliometric review.
    Wallan Azevedo Dos Santos, José Nilson F Holanda.
      In recent years, coffee capsule waste has been generated on an increasingly large scale worldwide, but disposing of it in an environmentally sustainable and economical manner still poses major challenges. This work maps the original scientific production focused on the valorization of coffee capsule waste through a bibliometric review based on scientific articles published in the last 10 years (from 2014 to 2024) in the Scopus database. The review identified different ways of valuing coffee capsule waste, including the development of composite materials, composting, energy production, jewelry and decorative items, and the construction of supercapacitors and sensors. Some significant aspects were also emphasized: (i) this subject has a high potential for further growth; (ii) the published articles considered only part of the components of the coffee capsule waste; and (iii) most of the published articles were based on laboratory-scale experiments. Thus, the valorization of coffee capsule waste requires even more development. To address these challenges, manufacturers, consumers, researchers, governments, and the recycling industry should make a joint effort to develop innovative solutions that enable the complete valorization of coffee capsule waste in an environmentally friendly way.
    Keywords:  Bibliometric review; Circular economy; Coffee capsule waste; Environmental sustainability; Waste management
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-024-35862-7
  40. Front Plant Sci. 2024 ;15 1504792
    Advancements and future perspectives in nutrient film technique hydroponic system: a comprehensive review and bibliometric analysis.
    Onofrio Davide Palmitessa, Angelo Signore, Pietro Santamaria.
      In the context of climate change, reducing the environmental impact of agriculture has become increasingly critical. To ensure sustainable food production, it is essential to adopt cultivation techniques that maximize resource efficiency, particularly in water and nutrient usage. The Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) is one such hydroponic system, designed to optimize water and nutrient use, making it a valuable tool for sustainable agriculture. This bibliometric review examines the evolution of NFT research from 1977 to 2023, focusing on the growing interest in this method as a solution to the agricultural challenges posed by climate change. Through the analysis of 774 scientific documents, this review highlights an upward trend in NFT-related studies, with a noticeable shift from conference proceedings to peer-reviewed journal articles, particularly in recent years. Acta Horticulturae has been a leading journal in this field, underscoring the significance of early conference contributions. Lettuce and tomatoes have emerged as the primary crops studied in NFT systems, demonstrating the technique's broad applicability. Research on lettuce has primarily focused on nitrate accumulation and biofortification, aiming to improve both the nutritional quality and safety of the crop. Studies on tomatoes have explored challenges related to oxygen concentration in the nutrient solution, where innovations such as the Nutrient Drip Technique (NDT) and the New Growing System (NGS) have shown promise in addressing these issues. Other key areas of NFT research include the effects of water salinity on crop growth and the integration of NFT with aquaponics systems, highlighting its potential for sustainable, water-efficient crop production. However, challenges such as nutrient imbalances and disease management persist. This review underscores the growing relevance of NFT in the pursuit of environmentally sustainable agriculture. Continued innovation and research are essential to optimizing nutrient management, refining environmental controls, and exploring new crop varieties, thereby enhancing the potential of NFT for sustainable farming systems.
    Keywords:  climate changes; environmental impact; nutrient solution management; soilless; water use efficiency
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2024.1504792
  41. Ther Adv Musculoskelet Dis. 2024 ;16 1759720X241308037
    Mapping two decades of research in rheumatology-specific journals: a topic modeling analysis with BERTopic.
    Alfredo Madrid-García, Dalifer Freites-Núñez, Beatriz Merino-Barbancho, Inés Pérez Sancristobal, Luis Rodríguez-Rodríguez.
       Background: Rheumatology has experienced notable changes in the last decades. New drugs, including biologic agents and Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, have blossomed. Concepts such as window of opportunity, arthralgia suspicious for progression, or difficult-to-treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have appeared; and new management approaches and strategies such as treat-to-target have become popular. Statistical learning methods, gene therapy, telemedicine, or precision medicine are other advancements that have gained relevance in the field. To better characterize the research landscape and advances in rheumatology, automatic and efficient approaches based on natural language processing (NLP) should be used.
    Objectives: The objective of this study is to use topic modeling (TM) techniques to uncover key topics and trends in rheumatology research conducted in the last 23 years.
    Design: Retrospective study.
    Methods: This study analyzed 96,004 abstracts published between 2000 and December 31, 2023, drawn from 34 specialized rheumatology journals obtained from PubMed. BERTopic, a novel TM approach that considers semantic relationships among words and their context, was used to uncover topics. Up to 30 different models were trained. Based on the number of topics, outliers, and topic coherence score, two of them were finally selected, and the topics were manually labeled by two rheumatologists. Word clouds and hierarchical clustering visualizations were computed. Finally, hot and cold trends were identified using linear regression models.
    Results: Abstracts were classified into 45 and 47 topics. The most frequent topics were RA, systemic lupus erythematosus, and osteoarthritis. Expected topics such as COVID-19 or JAK inhibitors were identified after conducting dynamic TM. Topics such as spinal surgery or bone fractures have gained relevance in recent years; however, antiphospholipid syndrome or septic arthritis have lost momentum.
    Conclusion: Our study utilized advanced NLP techniques to analyze the rheumatology research landscape and identify key themes and emerging trends. The results highlight the dynamic and varied nature of rheumatology research, illustrating how interest in certain topics has shifted over time.
    Keywords:  BERTopic; PubMed; artificial intelligence; natural language processing; topic modeling; transformers; trend analysis
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1177/1759720X241308037
  42. Physiol Mol Biol Plants. 2024 Dec;30(12): 1921-1933
    DNA methylation in wheat: current understanding and future potential for enhancing biotic and abiotic stress tolerance.
    Uzma Afreen, Kunal Mukhopadhyay, Manish Kumar.
      DNA methylation is a paramount epigenetic mark that helps balance gene expression post-transcriptionally. Its effect on specific genes determines the plant's holistic development and acclimatization during adversities. Triticum aestivum L., an allohexaploid, is a dominant cereal crop with a large genome size. Changing environmental conditions exert a profound impact on its overall yield. Here, bibliometric science mapping was employed for a nuanced understanding of the prevailing research trends in the DNA methylation study of wheat. The detailed data obtained was used to delve deep into its fundamentals, patterns and mechanism of action, to accumulate evidence of the role of DNA methylation in the regulation of gene expressions across its entire genome. This review encapsulates the methylation/demethylation players in wheat during different stages of development. It also uncloaks the differential methylation dynamics while encountering biotic and abiotic constraints, focusing on the critical function it plays in fostering immunity. The study significantly contributes to broadening our knowledge of the regulatory mechanism and plasticity of DNA methylation in wheat. It also uncovers its potential role in improving breeding programs to produce more resilient wheat varieties, stimulating further research and development in the field.
    Supplementary Information: The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12298-024-01539-1.
    Keywords:  Bibliometric analysis; Crop improvement; DNA methylation; Stress response; Wheat
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1007/s12298-024-01539-1
  43. Front Res Metr Anal. 2024 ;9 1510169
    Leveraging journal citation-based metrics for enhanced university rankings methodology.
    Ali Ghaddar, Sergio Thoumi, Samer S Saab.
      This paper proposes a novel framework for evaluating research performance in university rankings, utilizing journal citation-based metrics and scholarly output instead of traditional article citation metrics. Through correlation analysis, we compare the proposed metrics with article citation metrics used by prominent ranking systems (THE and QS) and demonstrate significantly higher correlations with established rankings (QS, THE, and ARWU). The proposed metrics exhibit robustness over time and offer a fairer evaluation by emphasizing objective performance and mitigating citation biases. This framework provides institutions with a more accurate benchmarking tool to inform strategic decisions and resource allocation. While acknowledging potential limitations in data availability and the challenge of achieving global consensus, this study contributes to the ongoing discourse on university rankings by advocating for a more equitable and robust evaluation system by balancing diverse metrics and offering more standardized measures.
    Keywords:  ARWU; QS; THE; citation metrics; citation-based metrics; ranking evaluation; research assessment
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.3389/frma.2024.1510169
  44. Int J Prev Med. 2024 ;15 70
    Designing a Framework for Evaluating the Scientific Productions.
    Ali Norouzi, Parastoo Parsaei-Mohammadi, Ehsan Geraei, Firoozeh Zare-Farashbandi.
       Background: Evaluation of scientific productions to attract, maintain, and promote faculty members is one of the necessary processes of academic societies and is of interest to policy makers in the field of higher education. This study aimed to provide a uniform and native framework for evaluating the scientific productions of researchers in the fields of science and health in Iran.
    Methods: The current research used the single-stage fuzzy Delphi technique and AHP. The research community comprised 50 top scientific experts and researchers from the country. The data collection tool was a researcher-made checklist obtained from the review of literature and laws and regulations of Iranian universities and research institutions.
    Results: Data analysis led to the identification, prioritization and weighting of eleven criteria and 124 items for the intended framework, which are, respectively, author's authority (scientific leaders) (15 items); database used in calculating the index (3 items); Innovation and technological impact (18 items); Gaining rank in national and international festivals related to the specialized field (6 items); Citations (7 items); subject area (3 items); level of cooperation (15 items); Types of scientific productions (54 items); scientific age (3 items); Evaluating, refereeing and monitoring of research, technology and innovation activities (2 items) Author`s role and position (1 item).
    Conclusion: The final framework obtained for evaluating Iranian researchers has 11 criteria and 124 items that can be used to compile an author-centered and native scientometrics index that leads to the same evaluation of health and science researchers.
    Keywords:  Author-oriented indicator; researcher evaluation; scientific production evaluation; scientometrics indicators
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.4103/ijpvm.ijpvm_162_24
  45. Arch Dermatol Res. 2024 Dec 30. 317(1): 162
    Publication count of matched dermatology applicants reported in literature: a systematic review.
    Robyn Okereke, Karen Szauter, Nneka Ede.
      Competitive medical residency specialties, such as Dermatology, have historically placed lofty demands on applicants. We focus on the seemingly increasing demands on applicants to publish, as well as discuss and quantify the delivery of these expectations in the literature. The objective of this article is to systematically review evidence regarding the number of publications possessed by successful applicants to a dermatology residency program. We conducted a systematic review of the literature published before or by April 2023, with no lower limit regarding the publishing date using PubMed, Google Scholar, and OVID. Our summary included 41 publications that specifically cited the number of publications by National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) applicants successfully matching to US dermatology programs. We extracted additional applicant details (demographics, publication type) as available. We found two major categories of cumulative publications reported in the literature: NRMP scholarly works and peer-reviewed indexed publications. Summarizing reports from 21 papers between 2011 and 2022, NRMP showed the overall mean amongst matched applicants to be 14.77 publications, with an upward trend over time. The mean was 3.23 peer-reviewed indexed publications (PIPs) for successful dermatology applicants amongst 11 articles in the literature. Amongst matched dermatology applicants, an average of 3 PIPs is markedly lower than the inflated average count of 15 NRMP scholarly works (which includes non-published research) that is often reported in the literature and national statistics. The distinction between these values must be recognized in the literature, as well as communicated to forthcoming dermatology applicants.
    Keywords:  Dermatology applicant; Dermatology research; Matched applicants
    DOI:  https://doi.org/10.1007/s00403-024-03666-x
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