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Paúl Carrión-Mero1,2, Néstor Montalván-Burbano1,3, Fernando Morante-Carballo1,4,5
1Centro de Investigaciones y Proyectos Aplicados a las Ciencias de la Tierra (CIPAT), Campus Gustavo Galindo, ESPOL Polytechnic University, Km 30.5 Vía Perimetral, Guayaquil P.O. Box 09-01-5863, Ecuador.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|September 28, 2021
Summary
This bibliometric analysis examines landslide research emphasized by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). It reveals exponential growth in landslide studies focusing on stabilization and prevention techniques.
Area of Science:
- Geosciences
- Environmental Science
- Civil Engineering
Background:
- Landslides cause significant geomorphological changes and socioeconomic losses.
- Effective landslide study and mitigation are crucial for societal safety and environmental protection.
- Understanding landslide types and susceptibility is key to developing effective stabilization strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliometric analysis of landslide research highlighted by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
- To analyze the scientific production, structure, interdisciplinary relationships, and trends in landslide science.
- To identify key areas and evolution within landslide research.
Main Methods:
- Utilized SCOPUS database for data retrieval.
- Employed VOSviewer software (version 1.6.17) for bibliometric mapping and analysis.
- Focused on search criteria, data cleaning, graph generation, and trend analysis.
Main Results:
- Landslide research is experiencing exponential growth.
- Current research predominantly focuses on stabilization, prevention, and categorization techniques for susceptible slopes.
- The field demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration and conceptual evolution.
Conclusions:
- Bibliometric analysis provides insights into the structure and trends of landslide science.
- The United States Geological Survey (USGS) plays a significant role in emphasizing key landslide research areas.
- Continued research is vital for improving slope stability and mitigating landslide impacts.
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