Knowledge mapping on the sun-induced chlorophyll fluorescence technology research: a scientometric and visualization...

Area of Science:

• Remote Sensing
• Plant Physiology
• Ecology

Background:

• Sun-induced chlorophyll fluorescence (SIF) is gaining research interest.
• SIF provides insights into plant physiological status and ecosystem functioning.

Purpose of the Study:

• To conduct a scientometric analysis of the SIF research field.
• To map the knowledge domain, identify thematic trends, and emerging research themes in SIF.

Main Methods:

• Utilized Web of Science Core Collection data.
• Employed VOSviewer and CiteSpace for visualization and cluster analysis.
• Analyzed co-authorship, co-citation, and keyword co-occurrence networks.

Main Results:

• SIF research has shown steady publication growth since 2002.
• Generated a visual knowledge map of major SIF research domains.
• Identified key thematic trends and emerging research frontiers.

Conclusions:

• Provides a comprehensive overview of the SIF research landscape.
• Offers insights into current research focus and prospective study areas.
• Aids researchers and practitioners in understanding SIF research trends.