Systematic Literature Review: Bibliometrics in Bibliometrix

In the rapidly expanding universe of scientific literature, navigating the vast sea of publications to extract meaningful insights is a critical skill for any researcher, student, or professional. Systematic literature reviews and bibliometric analysis have emerged as indispensable methodologies for synthesizing existing knowledge, mapping the intellectual landscape of a field, and identifying the trajectory of future research. This comprehensive course is designed to equip you with the theoretical understanding and practical skills to conduct these powerful analyses with rigor and confidence.

The course begins by establishing a solid foundation in systematic literature reviews, guiding you through the entire process in accordance with the internationally recognized PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. You will learn to develop robust search strategies using large international databases like Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed, and master the use of Boolean operators, search terms, and delimiters to ensure exhaustive and reproducible results.

Building on this, the course delves into the specialized field of bibliometrics. You will learn to process, analyze, and interpret complex bibliographic data to uncover hidden patterns. We will explore key concepts such as co-citation, co-authorship, and keyword co-occurrence to identify leading authors, influential institutions, emerging trends, and the conceptual structure of a research domain. A significant component of the course is hands-on training in data visualization, where you will learn to create compelling thematic maps and network diagrams that tell a clear and impactful story.

Practical application is at the heart of this curriculum. You will gain proficiency in using powerful analytical tools, specifically the Bibliometrix package in R and its user-friendly web interface, Biblioshiny. From importing data to performing advanced analyses and generating publication-ready visualizations, you will progress from basic operations to an advanced level of competency.

Ideal for those aiming to publish high-quality review articles, write a literature review for a thesis, or conduct a thorough state-of-the-art analysis for a project, this course will transform you from a passive reader of literature into an active, analytical contributor to your field.