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Mapping the field of microalgae CO2 sequestration: a bibliometric analysis.
Hongyan Ren1,2, Duan Zhou3,4, Jiawen Lu3,4
1School of Environment Science and Civil Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China. renhongyan@jiangnan.edu.cn.
Summary
Microalgae capture of carbon dioxide (CO2) is a key climate change solution. Research shows China and the USA lead in microalgae CO2 sequestration, with efficiency improvements being a current focus.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Biotechnology
- Climate Change Mitigation
Background:
- Microalgae carbon dioxide (CO2) sequestration is a vital strategy for mitigating global warming.
- Research in this field has expanded significantly over the past three decades.
- Bibliometric analysis provides an objective overview of the research landscape.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the research status, identify hotspots, and explore frontiers in microalgae CO2 sequestration.
- To present a knowledge map of the field using bibliometric tools.
- To understand the evolution of research trends and identify key contributors.
Main Methods:
- Bibliometric analysis of 1561 articles published between 1991 and 2022 from the Web of Science (WOS).
- Utilized VOSviewer and CiteSpace for knowledge mapping and visualization.
- Identified productive journals, leading countries, funding sources, and influential researchers.
Main Results:
- Bioresource Technology is the most productive journal; China and the USA are leading countries.
- Cheng J and Chang JS's team are top contributors.
- Research hotspots have shifted over time, with a recent emphasis on enhancing carbon sequestration efficiency.
- Commercialization remains a significant challenge for microalgae-based carbon fixation.
Conclusions:
- Microalgae CO2 sequestration is a well-established research area with evolving hotspots.
- Improving carbon sequestration efficiency and overcoming commercialization hurdles are critical for future progress.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration can enhance the effectiveness of microalgae-based carbon capture technologies.
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