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Mapping research on biochemistry education: A bibliometric analysis
Mayara Lustosa de Oliveira Barbosa1, Eduardo Galembeck2
1Integrated Reality Lab, Federal Institute of Education Science and Technology of Brasília, Brasília, Brazil.
Summary
This study maps 66 years of biochemistry education research using bibliometrics. It reveals publication trends, key contributors, collaborations, and emerging topics, offering insights into the field's evolution and identifying research gaps.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry Education
- Bibliometric Analysis
Background:
- The field of Biochemistry Education has a substantial body of research.
- Understanding the evolution and landscape of this research is crucial for future development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To comprehensively map the scientific literature on Biochemistry Education.
- To analyze research trends, key contributors, and collaborations over the past 66 years.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis using the open-source Bibliometrix R-package.
- Quantitative methodology applied to scientific production indexed on Web of Science.
Main Results:
- Detailed analysis of publication volume, growth rates, core journals, authors, and highly cited articles.
- Identification of leading countries, funding agencies, collaborative networks, and trending topics in Biochemistry Education research.
- Insights into the historical evolution and current state of the field.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a quantitative overview of Biochemistry Education research.
- Identified research trends and collaborations offer valuable insights for educators and researchers.
- The analysis highlights potential gaps in the current research landscape.
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