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Innovation ecosystems (IEs) have attracted growing interest from researchers, policymakers, and practitioners due to innovation’s transformative role in socioeconomic reality. The objective of this article is to conduct a comprehensive mapping of the current state of research in IEs, analyzing its evolution and outlining trends. This analysis aims to provide researchers in the field with a comprehensive guide, offering a broad review of existing studies and establishing a solid foundation for future investigations. Utilizing data from WoS and Scopus, we adopted a systematic literature review methodology, grounded in a bibliometric analysis (415 documents), followed by analysis of the most significant works. The data were analyzed using CiteSpace and Bibliometrix software. This study identified cross-cutting themes for future studies that emerge in works from different authors, interconnecting various aspects of IEs. They are the following: strategic approach and performance; dynamics of relationships among actors; governance mechanisms and adaptive capacity; digital IE; responsible IE; and research and development. The study provided an overview of the conceptual development in the area, noting changes between historical studies and recent research on IEs. The categories that reveal these elements enable scholars concerned with strategy, entrepreneurship, and public policy to make decisions through consistent analyses.

Background: Tuina has been proven to significantly relieve symptoms, demonstrating its clinical value. With the growth of related research, a comprehensive review is urgently needed to promote its development. This study aims to clarify the collaboration and current research status in the field of Tuina research using bibliometric analysis, and to discuss future directions. Methods: On February 4, 2023, the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database was searched using the keywords “tuina,””tui-na,””tui na,”and “Chinese massage”to collect literature related to Tuina from its inception until December 31, 2022. The collected literature included all types of research articles and reviews. VOSviewer, CiteSpace, Pajek, and Scimago Graphica were utilized to perform a visual analysis of annual publication volume, as well as publication volume and collaboration networks of different countries, institutions, and authors, along with journal publication volume and keyword network analysis. Results: A total of 761 publications were included in the analysis, with the total number of papers showed an increasing trend over time. The countries and institutions with the most publications were China and Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, respectively. The authors who contributed the most were Min Fang, Qingguang Zhu, Zhiwei Wu, Lingjun Kong and Yufeng Wang. The most widely published journal in the field was the Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science. The clinical efficacy evaluation of Tuina therapy for musculoskeletal and spinal diseases, apoplexy sequelae, chronic diseases, and pediatric diseases were research hotspots and developing trends in this field. Conclusion: The research on Tuina has been increasing year by year. Currently, the focus of Tuina research lies in clinical studies, including the treatment of skeletal muscle and spinal diseases, stroke sequelae, chronic diseases, and pediatric illnesses, with pediatric Tuina emerging as a hot topic of research. Basic research in this field is relatively scarce, and the mechanisms of action of this therapy have not yet been fully elucidated. Future efforts in this area should aim to strengthen basic research and promote cooperation among international institutions.

A quick search on Google Scholar for the exact phrase ‘21st century skills’ resulted in three thousand plus results. More than two-third of these are dated within the last decade, indicating growing attention to the topic in the academia. The purpose of the current study is to investigate existing literature on 21st century skills by employing techniques of bibliometric and science mapping analysis to provide a helicopter view of scholarly work on 21st century skills. The search was conducted on SCOPUS database during 2021 using the keyword ‘21st century skills’ which produced 1644 results. Further refinements were made using publication year, document type and language reducing the sample size to 1281 documents. Data were analysed employing various bibliometric indicators such as number of publications, contributing authors, institutions and countries, citation, co-citation, and keywords. The results indicated an exponential growth in the number scholarly publication on the topic since 2010. Similarly, a positive trend in average citations was also observed in recent years. USA was the biggest contributor to the number of publications, followed by Indonesia, and Malaysia respectively. With respect to author collaboration, Nussbaum, M. was found the highest collaborator, followed by Griffin P., and Sharples M. while among the institutions, University of Melbourne was at the top. Analysis of the keywords revealed that, specific 21st century skills, learning tools and processes, technological advancement, and education and training are amongst the most common research themes. Findings of the current study provide insights into future research trends on the topic of 21st century skills.

Objective: To describe the characteristics of papers presented at medical student conferences of Sociedad Científica Médico Estudiantil Peruana (SOCIMEP – Peruvian Medical Student Scientific Society) between 2017 and 2019, as well as the factors related to their publication. Materials and methods: An observational, cross-sectional, bibliometric, retrospective and secondary-source study based on the books of abstracts of papers presented at scientific conferences between 2017 and 2019. The data were analyzed with the Stata Statistical Software: Release 13 using descriptive statistics. In the multivariate analysis, prevalence ratios were calculated with a 95 % confidence interval and p < 0.05 in the crude and adjusted analyses. Results: From a total of 447 papers, 170 (38.0 %) were completed research studies, 168 (37.6 %) research protocols and 109 (24.4 %) case reports. In addition, 233 (52.1 %) authors came from a university in Lima and 183 (40.9 %) were from public universities. Moreover, 376 (52.1 %) papers had an advisor among the authors, 332 (88.3 %) of whom were physicians. The frequency of publications accounted for 11.4 %. The prevalence of original-article publications was 131 % higher (aPR: 2.31; 95 % CI: 1.22–4.37, p = 0.010) and 63 % lower (aPR: 0.37; 95 % CI: 0.17–0.81, p = 0.014) among papers presented in 2019 compared to 2017, thus being statistically significant, with p < 0.05. Conclusions: One out of 10 abstracts of papers presented at SOCIMEP conferences was published; however, this number is still low. Among the factors associated with the publication were presenting a research paper as an original article and in 2019. The results of this study will help the university leadership to strengthen research through strategies and/or programs linked to the student scientific production.

With the rise of online education, universities are seeking to optimize the experience of distance learners. To do so, it is crucial to develop key competencies in future professionals, such as transferable skills, emotional regulation, professional development, self-management, and self-efficacy. Understanding the impact of the online environment on engagement is critical for the successful implementation of online programs. This article presents a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis of 781 articles, exploring trends in publications, high-impact journals, countries, institutions, and keyword analysis with VOSviewer. The current state of the art and the latest educational trends to boost online learning are analyzed. Finally, a model is proposed that integrates the main concepts of the VOSviewer co-occurrence map in the context of online learning in higher education for graduate students. This framework offers a concrete representation for integrating online learning tools and technologies in higher education. Furthermore, this framework will be instrumental in understanding the skills needed in online education, especially critical reflection and professional competencies. It combines innovative theoretical concepts and offers a promising vision for the future of education. While e-learning has great potential, its limitations need to be addressed and efforts made to ensure that all students have equal opportunities for development in this ever-changing educational environment.

As an emerging topic, digital game-based learning holds great significance as it revolutionizes traditional modes of education by harnessing engagement and enhancing learning outcomes. We bibliometrically analyzed the current studies of digital game-based learning, aiming to explore the key topics and domains of the trend that may inspire further research and innovations. This study employed VOSviewer to explore the top ten authors, sources, organizations, and countries and established a citation network using clustering techniques in CitNetExplorer to visualize the results. Based on the research, it is found that motivation maintenance, in-game feedback, and post-game motivation are important factors impacting sustainable digital learning. This study proposes a framework comprising three elements—Preparation, Process, and Settlement—aligned with different stages of digital gaming. By integrating factors affecting learners with gaming elements, the framework aims to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of digital learning. Future research could involve implementing game designs based on our proposed framework to evaluate its effectiveness. Additionally, there is potential to integrate AI to promote learner experiences and optimize learning outcomes.

Introduction: Inclusive physical education has gained attention globally due to its importance in fostering equity and participation for all students. However, research on this topic, particularly in secondary schools, remains limited. Objective: This study investigates the field of inclusive physical education in secondary schools using a bibliometric analysis based on data from the Scopus database. Methodology: A total of 129 articles were selected through keyword searches analyzed with the Publish or Perish software to extract relevant data, alongside VOSviewer for visualizing and interpreting results. The findings reveal that research on inclusive physical education in secondary schools remains relatively underexplored, with only 129 publications identified between 2000 and 2024. Results: The analysis uncovered ten primary keyword clusters: including (1) Attitudes, (2) Health, (3) Secondary Schools, (4) Education, (5) Physical Education, (6) Inclusion, (7) Disabilities, (8) Self-efficacy, (9) Participation, and (10) Physical Impairments. These clusters provides a comprehensive overview of the field’s thematic areas and trends. Discussion: The study concludes that significant gaps persist in the literature, emphasizing the need for further exploration to enhance understanding and practice in this field. Conclusions: Recommendations include extending research to inclusive physical education at the elementary level and focusing on methods to improve the skills and participation of children with disabilities within inclusive settings.

Digital games have gained significant attention in the field of language education. Among various educational applications, research on digital game-based vocabulary learning (DGBVL) has seen a marked increase in interest and exploration. This study presents a scientometric review based on bibliometric data from the Scopus and Web of Science Core databases. Using specific selection criteria, 364 studies published between 2008 and 2023 were identified for analysis. The findings revealed the following: (a) research on DGBVL has demonstrated considerable growth in recent years, highlighting its high potential; (b) the United States, Taiwan, Mainland China, and Hong Kong emerged as the most prolific contributors to publications in this area; and (c) major research clusters include vocabulary learning, classroom teaching improvement, WhatsApp, augmented reality (AR), and other related topics. This review offers valuable insights for scholars and researchers in DGBVL, fostering further advancements in this field.

The growing pressure to ‘publish or perish’, experienced by academia around the world, has pushed an increasing number of individual graduate programmes and universities, as well as entire higher education systems, to introduce a publication requirement as a prerequisite for the conferral of doctoral degrees. One example of the implementation of the requirement at the country level is Kazakhstan. This paper sheds light on the experience with publication requirement policies implemented at the country level by using bibliometric data from Scopus to statistically explore the effects of Ph.D. publication requirement policy on publication productivity trends in Kazakhstan. The findings reveal that the policy has increased the number of publications but has lowered the impact of research. The study suggests that measures focused on methodological training and improving the research capacity of future scholars may be more effective in strengthening the research competitiveness of countries than outcome-focused policies.

Environmental literacy needs to be provided to prospective teacher students. The ability to environmental literacy will help future teachers manage environmentally-based learning. The purpose of this research is to describe the forms of environmental literacy teaching and the instruments used to assess the environmental literacy of prospective teacher students. This research is a bibliometric study. A total of 85 pieces of literature were found in the search using the Publish or Perish (PoP) application from 2019 to 2023, and after a literature analysis process, 22 articles were deemed relevant to answer the research questions. The results of this research show that the forms of environmental literacy improvement courses used in higher education are: 1) providing materials followed by real environmental problem-solving projects, 2) providing materials followed by pedagogic projects, 3) project-based learning using microcontroller technology, 4) STEM-oriented learning, and 5) inquiry-based learning. The instruments used include multiple-choice tests, interviews, and questionnaires. Environmental literacy improvement-oriented learning is widely applied to students majoring in elementary education, science education, and biology education.