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1Beijing Institute of Biotechnology, Beijing 100071, China.
Biosafety and Health
|April 15, 2024
Summary
This bibliometric analysis reveals the United States leads in pathogen research publications. China shows commitment but needs to enhance its scientific output and international collaboration in infectious disease research.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Infectious diseases pose a significant global public health challenge.
- Understanding research trends is crucial for effective disease control strategies.
- Bibliometric analysis provides a quantitative method to assess scientific research capabilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze publication trends for 100 key pathogens.
- To identify leading nations, institutions, and journals in pathogen research.
- To inform national and institutional research planning for infectious diseases.
Main Methods:
- Selection of 100 pathogens of public health importance.
- Statistical analysis of publication data from Science Citation Index (SCI) journals.
- Examination of publication distribution by year, country, institution, and journal.
Main Results:
- The United States published the highest number of studies on these pathogens.
- China's research output, while growing, shows gaps in specific pathogen reporting and institutional impact compared to global leaders.
- A need exists for China to foster more influential international pathogen-related journals.
Conclusions:
- Bibliometric analysis highlights research strengths and weaknesses in pathogen studies.
- Findings can guide targeted investments and collaborations to strengthen infectious disease research globally.
- The study provides insights for optimizing national and institutional research agendas in infectious disease control.
