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A Bibliometric Study of Issues in Educational Policy

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Education policies help to improve society by decreasing inequities and establishing effective learning environments. Periodic assessments can help researchers and policymakers uncover new obstacles and ensure progress on these ever-changing education policy concerns using critical theory. Bibliometric studies, a type of periodic study, emphasize the importance of data-driven approaches in the formulation and implementation of education policies. This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of education policy issues from 2000 to 2023. Based on keywords, we initially selected 931 articles from the Web of Science (WoS) database. Only articles in English were included, and we used PRISMA guidelines to reduce the number of articles to 363. We focused on citations, publication frequency, topics, trends, and issues. Two independent researchers analyzed the documents for reliability. For validity, we used transferability. We also used a content analysis of frequently cited articles. Our analysis revealed three prominent trends. The first trend pertained to controversial environmental issues and sustainability concepts in education policy. The second theme was professional development, special education, and school choice. The third one was science, vocational education, special education, and ICT. The content analysis results indicated that teaching and learning, professional development, science education, subject matter teaching, and mobile learning were the topics of the content analyzed articles. We found that relying solely on bibliometric review resulted in broad conceptualizations of educational policy issues, focusing primarily on efficiency and effectiveness. Additionally, we applied critical theoretical frameworks to conduct a more comprehensive analysis of the emergent issues identified through bibliometric analysis.

  • Autor/es: Tamer Sarı, Ahmet Aypay
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: Turquía, Kazajistán
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

Progress and Prospects of Research on the Impact of Forest Therapy on Mental Health: A Bibliometric Analysis

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This study aims to assess the global progress in research on the impact of forest therapy on mental health by using bibliometric analysis. We analyzed the relevant literature from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database by utilizing software tools such as Bibliometrix (Version 4.1), VOSviewer (Version 1.6.19), and CiteSpace (Version 6.3.R1). There appears to be a growing trend in annual publication volumes from 2006 to 2023. Miyazaki was identified as the most prolific author in this field. Japan and South Korea lead in research contributions, while China has the highest number of publications. The International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health is the journal with the most publications and citations in this area. Recent keyword clustering reveals an increasing frequency of studies on anxiety and urban green spaces. Research findings suggest that exposure to negative air ions and compounds released by plants can stimulate the five human senses, reduce cortisol levels, and improve mental health. Although studies have demonstrated significant effects of forest therapy in alleviating stress, anxiety, and depression, more large-scale and long-term studies are needed for further evidence. Additionally, it is crucial to explore the impact of different forest types, terrains, altitudes, climates, and air conditions on the effectiveness of forest therapy on mental health.

  • Autor/es: Ruoyu Wan, Ruohong Wan, Quan Qiu
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: China
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

Nature’s Plastic Predators: A Comprehensive and Bibliometric Review of Plastivore Insects

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Unprecedented plastic production has resulted in over six billion tons of harmful waste. Certain insect taxa emerge as potential agents of plastic biodegradation. Through a comprehensive manual and bibliometric literature analysis, this review analyses and consolidates the growing literature related to insect-mediated plastic breakdown. Over 23 insect species, representing Coleoptera, Lepidoptera, and 4 other orders, have been identified for their capacity to consume plastic polymers. Natural and synthetic polymers exhibit high-level similarities in molecular structure and properties. Thus, in conjunction with comparative genomics studies, we link plastic-degrading enzymatic capabilities observed in certain insects to the exaptation of endogenous enzymes originally evolved for digesting lignin, cellulose, beeswax, keratin and chitin from their native dietary substrates. Further clarification is necessary to distinguish mineralisation from physicochemical fragmentation and to differentiate microbiome-mediated degradation from direct enzymatic reactions by insects. A bibliometric analysis of the exponentially growing body of literature showed that leading research is emerging from China and the USA. Analogies between natural and synthetic polymer’s degradation pathways will inform engineering robust enzymes for practical plastic bioremediation applications. By aggregating, analysing, and interpreting published insights, this review consolidates our mechanistic understanding of insects as a potential natural solution to the escalating plastic waste crisis.

  • Autor/es: Joseph Boctor, Gunjan Pandey, Wei Xu, Daniel V. Murphy, Frances C. Hoyle
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: Australia
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

Mapping the scientific output of organoids for animal and human modeling infectious diseases: a bibliometric assessment

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The escalation of antibiotic resistance, pandemics, and nosocomial infections underscores the importance of research in both animal and human infectious diseases. Recent advancements in three-dimensional tissue cultures, or “organoids”, have revolutionized the development of in vitro models for infectious diseases. Our study conducts a bibliometric analysis on the use of organoids in modeling infectious diseases, offering an in-depth overview of this field’s current landscape. We examined scientific contributions from 2009 onward that focused on organoids in host‒pathogen interactions using the Web of Science Core Collection and OpenAlex database. Our analysis included temporal trends, reference aging, author, and institutional productivity, collaborative networks, citation metrics, keyword cluster dynamics, and disruptiveness of organoid models. VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and Python facilitated this analytical assessment. The findings reveal significant growth and advancements in organoid-based infectious disease research. Analysis of keywords and impactful publications identified three distinct developmental phases in this area that were significantly influenced by outbreaks of Zika and SARS-CoV-2 viruses. The research also highlights the synergistic efforts between academia and publishers in tackling global pandemic challenges. Through mostly consolidating research efforts, organoids are proving to be a promising tool in infectious disease research for both human and animal infectious disease. Their integration into the field necessitates methodological refinements for better physiological emulation and the establishment of extensive organoid biobanks. These improvements are crucial for fully harnessing the potential of organoids in understanding infectious diseases and advancing the development of targeted treatments and vaccines.

  • Autor/es: Jin Yan, Jean Monlong, Céline Cougoule, Sonia Lacroix-Lamandé, Agnès Wiedemann
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: China, Francia
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

A significant exploration on meta-heuristic based approaches for optimization in the waste management route problems

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In metropolitan cities, it is very complicated to govern the optimum routes for garbage collection vehicles due to high waste production and very dense population. Furthermore, wrongly designed routes are the source of wasting time, fuel and other resources in the collection of municipal trash procedure. The Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) published between 2011 and 2023 was systematically analysed. The majority of the surveyed research compute the waste collecting problems using metaheuristic approaches. This manuscript serves two purposes: first, categorising the VRP and its variants in the field of waste collection; second, examining the role played by most of the metaheuristics in the solution of the VRP problems for a waste collection. Three case study of Asia continent has been analysed and the results show that the metaheuristic algorithms have the capability in providing good results for large-scale data. Lastly, some promising paths ranging from highlighting research gap to future scope are drawn to encourage researchers to conduct their research work in the field of waste management route problems.

  • Autor/es: Gauri Thakur, Ashok Pal, Nitin Mittal, Mohd Shukri Ab Yajid, Fikreselam Gared
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: India, Malasia, Ethiopia
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

Bibliometric and visual analyses of advancements in chronic kidney disease management

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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is characterized by high incidence, prolonged course, significant health damage, and a heavy societal burden. Understanding the history and content of CKD research is crucial to further its recognition and management, in addition to reducing its individual and societal burdens. This study aimed to assess the management history of CKD to provide a foundation for clinical medical staff to systematically understand its evolution. The Web of Science Core Collection database was screened for CKD management studies published between January 1, 1948, and December 31, 2021. From the search results, we performed statistical descriptions of the publication date, volume, and type. Using VOS-viewer 1.6.19, variables from the included articles were obtained for keyword co-occurrence clustering and sequence analyses to determine research themes, segment phases based on publication volumes over varied timeframes, assess the dynamic progression of CKD management, and anticipate future research trends. In total, 26,133 articles met the inclusion criteria. The analysis revealed 3 stages of CKD management research: the slow development stage (1948–1998), which was initiated by epidemiological studies without ideal clustering; the steady growth stage (1999–2010), which was focused on CKD complication management and quality-of-life research; and the rapid development stage (2011–2022), which was dominated by 7 major clusters, mainly regarding the treatment and management of severe conditions and management patterns. The CKD research journey is comprised of 3 stages, the contents of which form an interconnected research model. Future research should focus on the establishment of management models and the application of intelligent management tools. Furthermore, this work can serve as a reference for the further expansion of research in this field and in improving its management.

  • Autor/es: Li Dong, Lian Tan
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: China
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

Sustainability of new energy vehicles from a battery recycling perspective: A bibliometric analysis

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In recent years, new energy vehicles (NEVs) have taken the world by storm. A large number of NEV batteries have been scrapped, and research on NEV battery recycling is important for promoting the sustainable development of NEVs. Battery recycling is an important aspect of the sustainable development of NEVs. In this study, we conducted an in-depth analysis of the current status of research on NEV battery recycling from a new perspective using bibliometric methods and visualization software. This study shows that research targeting the recycling of NEV batteries is growing rapidly, and collaborative networks exist among researchers from different countries, institutions, and fields. The focus of research has shifted from lead-acid batteries to lithium batteries, and the supply chain and circular economy related to NEV battery recycling is an emerging research hotspot. Based on our analysis, we propose that the government should establish policies to improve the recycling networks at the collection stage and provide subsidies to attract consumers. Enterprises should develop low-cobalt and cobalt-free technologies, utilize green solvents, and develop new battery swap modes. The establishment of an information platform is conducive to the further development of collaborative networks.

  • Autor/es: Xiuyan Ma, Chunxia Lu, Jiawei Gao, Jian Cao, Yuehua Wan, Hui Fang
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: China, Japón, Estados Unidos
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

Acupuncture for stroke: A bibliometric analysis of global research from 2000 to 2022

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Objective This study aimed to explore the global and future research trends in acupuncture interventions for stroke between 2000 and 2022 using bibliometric analysis. Method A bibliometric analysis of literature from 2000 to 2022 in the Web of Science Core Collection was conducted in this study. The analysis utilized CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and Scimago Graphica software to identify the major contributors to publications, including authors, countries, institutions, journals, references, and keywords. Results The bibliometric analysis yielded a total of 860 publications. There was a gradual increase in the number of publications over the study period. China published the most articles. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine was the journal with the greatest number of publications. The most frequently used keywords were “acupuncture,” “stroke,” and “electroacupuncture.” Conclusion These analysis uncovers the research trends in acupuncture for stroke spanning 2000 to 2022 and points to prospective research frontiers. This study provides a deeper and more thorough understanding of the connotations of acupuncture for stroke and guidance and support for future research in this field.

  • Autor/es: Chong Guan, Yashuo Feng, Lu Cao, Yiyuan Wang, Qun Zhang, Li Liu, Hongyu Xie, Kewei Yu, Xueyan Shen, Yi Wu, Nianhong Wang
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: China
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

Mapping the research landscape: A bibliometric analysis of e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic

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The COVID-19 pandemic has considerably affected e-learning, leading to a surge in research output from 2020 to 2022. This increase is attributed to the rapid transition to online education, presenting challenges and opportunities for teachers. The shift to online education has also prompted the exploration of innovative approaches and educators’ as well as learners’ perceptions and experiences in e-learning. In this study, the research output on e-learning from 2020 to 2022 has been analyzed to reveal the major research trends. The study employs bibliometric techniques to explore the data retrieved from Scopus. Particularly, an analysis of metadata such as the geographical distribution of publications, authorship, keywords, and the impact of works has been conducted. The results reveal the most influential authors and works, as well as the emerging topics in the field. The data has been processed by utilizing bibliometric tools such as VOSviewer, Citespace, and Harzing’s Publish or Perish.

  • Autor/es: Marine Levidze
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: Kuwait
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus

Global research trends on the links between prostate cancer and erectile dysfunction between 2003 and 2023: A bibliometrics and visualized study

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Background The incidence of prostate cancer (PC) has increased in recent years. Erectile dysfunction (ED) after prostate cancer treatment has aroused extensive attention. Bibliometric analysis was designed to investigate a systematic understanding of developments between PC and ED during the past 20 years. Methods Literatures on PC and ED were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection database (WoSCC). By using the VOS viewer and CiteSpace software to analysis the metrics of bibliometric literature, such as number of articles, journals, countries, institutions, authors, keywords and associated information. The number of publications per year was statistically analysed and plotted thorough Microsoft Office. In addition, Pajek software was used to adjust the visual map. Results A total of 2332 screened articles were included in the analysis. The Journal of Sexual Medicine, ranking first among the analysed journals, published 235 articles. The United States and Canada were leaders in PC and ED research. There is a need to strengthen inter-agency cooperation in this area of research on a global scale. Mulhall JP, as the most prolific author in this area of research, published 80 articles. And Rosen RC was the author with the most co-citated (693 co-citated). The main research focus on the prevention, treatment and management of ED after PC treatment in this field through the keyword analysis. Conclusions Research on PC and ED is expected to expand further worldwide. We found ED, as new sustainable treatment modalities, scientific postoperative management and psychological interventions for patients, may become the research hotspots and should be closely concerned in this study.

  • Autor/es: Songnian He, Siming Zhang, Xinyang Sun, Ruizi Liu, Tianyi Yuan, Xu Chen, Xu Zhang
  • Año de publicación: 2024
  • País: China
  • Idioma: Inglés
  • Fuente de indexación: Scopus
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