Bibliometric Analysis: Comprehensive Insights into Tools, Techniques, Applications, and Solutions for Research Excellence
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https://doi.org/10.31181/sems31202535kKeywords:
Bibliometric Analysis, Research Trends , Citation Analysis , Collaboration Networks, Systematic Literature Review, Meta-AnalysisAbstract
Bibliometric analysis has emerged as a vital methodology in understanding research landscapes through the application of statistical and quantitative techniques to academic literature. This study examines the evolution, significance, and application of bibliometric methods, highlighting their role in identifying influential authors, mapping collaboration networks, and uncovering emerging research trends. The analysis underscores the development of bibliometric tools, such as VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and Bibliometrix, and their diverse capabilities in visualizing and analyzing large datasets. By comparing bibliometric analysis with traditional review methodologies like systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses, this work illustrates its efficiency in providing comprehensive insights into research domains while emphasizing its complementary role in a holistic research approach. Through the lens of key challenges and advancements in bibliometric tools and methodologies, this research highlights its indispensable role in shaping academic, policy, and institutional strategies in a data-driven era.
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