Global research dynamics in organic farming: Emerging trends and scientometric insights

After a decade of consolidation with a focus on top market players, global crop protection research is undergoing a paradigm transition by integrating new cutting-edge technologies originating from established and new research organizations. Both development and distribution organizations are working together to make these innovations available to the global farming community. For this, excellent crop protection products are in demand, creating value for farmers and society with superior biological performance and at the same time very high product safety profiles. However, the enormous constraints researchers are exposed to, require the discovery and development of innovative solutions in the shortest possible time frame, while embracing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives as the new normal across the whole industry. Today, fully integrated research and development (R&D) companies are addressing the whole plethora of agrochemistry, biologicals and plant health products, organic farming, seeds and traits, new application technologies, digital farming, improved diagnostics, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML)-based approaches. However, there is still a strong need for further innovations from a wide range of sources. Targeted collaboration across various market players is key to combining required activities. This mandates a high level of discipline to frame the proprietary and knowledge environment across the industry. Furthermore, the cooperation of industry and academia will enable an extra push for innovation in the crop protection landscape. Current trends and suggestions are given of how collaborations need to be framed within the industry as well as within the public sector. © 2024 Society of Chemical Industry.

Organic farming in horticulture has emerged as a vital component of sustainable agricultural transformation, integrating ecological principles with production efficiency and food quality. This study provides a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of global research trends, thematic evolution and collaborative networks in organic horticulture from 2001 to 2024 based on data extracted from the Scopus database. Employing R–Bibliometrix and VOSviewer, a total of 3190 publications were analysed to identify prolific authors, institutions, countries and evolving research themes. Results revealed a consistent annual growth rate of approximately 11.67 %, with major contributions from the United States, Italy, the Netherlands, Brazil and Spain. Thematic analysis identified “organic production,” “fruit quality,” and “compost” as motor themes, while “sustainability,” “agroecology,” and “soil fertility” represented foundational domains. Keyword evolution indicated a shift from input optimisation and yield studies toward holistic sustainability, biodiversity and climate-resilient systems. Collaboration networks showed strong regional clustering in Europe and North America, though global participation remains uneven. Highly cited works focused on soil ecology, nutrient cycling and quality differentiation, highlighting enduring scientific priorities. The findings underscore organic horticultures’ interdisciplinary nature and its growing role in achieving ecological balance, food safety and climate adaptation. Strengthened international collaboration, particularly across the Global South and the integration of emerging technologies are crucial for equitable and resilient organic production systems worldwide.

This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and teacher professionalism within the context of global education research, aiming to map the intellectual structure, research trends, and collaborative networks that have emerged over the past decade. Despite the increasing recognition of PLCs as a critical mechanism for enhancing teacher competency, collaboration, and professional identity, limited systematic evidence exists on how this research field has evolved internationally. To address this gap, bibliometric techniques were applied using data retrieved from Scopus through advanced searching with the keywords “Professional Learning Community,” “collaborative learning community,” “Teacher,” and “educator,” yielding a final dataset of 473 documents. The methodology employed a four-stage process: data collection from Scopus, statistical and graphical trend analysis using Scopus Analyzer, data cleaning and harmonization with OpenRefine, and network visualization through VOSviewer. The analysis revealed significant growth in publications after 2015, with research output dominated by contributions from the United States, China, Australia, and the United Kingdom, indicating strong Western and Asian engagement in this domain. Co-authorship and co-occurrence mapping highlighted eight major thematic clusters, including teacher collaboration, professional identity development, instructional leadership, and student achievement outcomes, demonstrating the multidimensional scope of PLC-related research. Citation patterns further underscore the theoretical and practical significance of PLCs in shaping pedagogical practices and fostering sustainable professional growth among educators. By consolidating these findings, the study contributes to the body of knowledge by offering evidence-based insights into global research dynamics, identifying key knowledge hubs and gaps, and guiding future scholarship toward a more integrated and contextually relevant understanding of PLCs and teacher professionalism.

Infertility is increasingly recognized as a global public health concern, not only for its biomedical implications but also for its psychological, social, and cultural dimensions. Understanding the knowledge and attitudes towards infertility is crucial for informing policies, reducing stigma, and enhancing patient-centered care. Despite its importance, research in this area has been scattered, necessitating a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to map trends, collaborations, and thematic developments. The present study addresses this gap by systematically examining global research output on knowledge and attitudes towards infertility. Data were collected using the Scopus database through an advanced search strategy with the keywords “knowledge,” “attitude,” and “infertility,” yielding a total of 1,035 articles. The data were then refined and harmonized using OpenRefine to ensure consistency and accuracy. Statistical and graphical analyses were conducted using the Scopus analyzer, while VOSviewer software was employed to generate network visualizations of co-authorship, co-citation, and keyword co-occurrence patterns. The findings revealed a steady increase in publication output over the past five decades, with a sharp rise after 2010, indicating growing academic attention to the subject. The United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia emerged as the leading contributors, while collaborative networks highlighted increasing involvement from developing countries such as India, Nigeria, and Iran. Keyword co-occurrence analysis identified seven major clusters, reflecting thematic emphases on assisted reproductive technologies, patient awareness, fertility preservation, psychosocial dimensions, and cultural perceptions. These results contribute to the body of knowledge by mapping the intellectual structure and global research dynamics of infertility studies. In conclusion, the study underscores the multidimensional nature of infertility research and highlights the need for strengthened interdisciplinary and international collaborations to address this complex health issue.

This paper presents a novel methodological framework by which the effects of globalization on international collaboration can be studied and understood. Using the cosine similarity of the disciplinary and partner profiles of countries by collaboration types it is possible to analyse the effects of globalization and the costs and benefits of an increasing global networked research system.

NASA's Visualization, Exploration, and Data Analysis (VEDA) project is an open-source science cyberinfrastructure for data processing, visualization, exploration, and geographic information systems (GIS) capabilities (https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/esds/veda). VEDA was an ambitious platform and one that was only made possible in the past year by building upon existing NASA projects. The extensive technology community at NASA continues to come together to design, build and use VEDA’s interoperable APIs and datasets.This presentation will demo the current capabilities of VEDA and discuss how these capabilities were designed and architected with the central goals of science delivery, reproducible science, and interoperability to support re-use of data and APIs across NASA’s Earth Science ecosystem of tools. The presentation will close with VEDA’s future plans. In 2023, VEDA will support NASA’s Transform to Open Science (TOPS) program and open-source science initiatives through data, APIs and analytics platforms. In 2023 and beyond, VEDA will advance the state of the art in cloud-based Earth science as well as strengthening the ties of technology within NASA.The projects behind VEDA’s current features are:The Multi-Mission Algorithm and Analysis Platform (https://maap-project.org/, presented at EGU 2019): Recognizing the numerous advantages of open, reproducible science, NASA and ESA are working together to create the Joint ESA-NASA MAAP. The MAAP brings together relevant data and algorithms in a common virtual environment in order to support the global aboveground terrestrial carbon dynamics research community.  The COVID-19 Earth Observation Dashboard (https://www.earthdata.nasa.gov/covid19/): Following the interest in this dashboard, NASA invested in the design and development of a new dashboard infrastructure. This infrastructure is highly configurable to support easily adding new datasets and discoveries. UI and config layers are built upon the VEDA STAC catalog and Cloud-Optimized GeoTIFFs. The Earthdata Information Systems (EIS) pilots (https://eis.smce.nasa.gov/): Scientists at NASA worked together on open science tools to develop new research projects using Earth Observation data across the domains of fire, freshwater, greenhouse gasses, and sea level rise. ArcGIS Enterprise in the Cloud (gis.earthdata.nasa.gov) provides GIS capabilities. The projects listed above have all made VEDA a reality in a year. The scientists from EIS are using the new dashboard infrastructure to tell their stories and the analytics backend from MAAP to scale their science.In 2023, VEDA plans many initiatives in the work to extend its reach within and beyond NASA. There are many advanced technologies at NASA and we see an opportunity for VEDA to support closing the information gaps across groups. For example, VEDA will support driving standards for using, publishing and visualizing NASA’s Earthdata Zarr archives and also deliver interoperable APIs for its data stores to support dynamic data visualization and storytelling.VEDA will also extend its reach beyond NASA by providing a JupyterHub for any user to explore the data behind NASA Earth Science, specifically the discoveries presented in the Earthdata Dashboard.

Objective Over the past three decades, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arthrocentesis has evolved from a mechanical lavage procedure into a sophisticated treatment standard incorporating principles of biological modulation and regenerative medicine. The aim of this study is to analyze the global TMJ arthrocentesis literature between 1989 and 2025 using bibliometric methods, thereby objectively mapping the procedure’s technical evolution, clinical paradigm shifts (the transition from Axis I to Axis II), and the migration of research focus from surgical technique to biopsychosocial management. Materials and Methods Data were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database on January 13 2026. A total of 792 original articles and reviews, identified through a comprehensive search strategy, were analyzed using VOSviewer and R-Bibliometrix software regarding annual growth rate, citation networks, conceptual structure, and global collaboration dynamics. Results The literature was found to be expanding with an annual growth rate of 12.1%, peaking in 2024 in terms of both publication count (n = 74) and citations (n = 1952). While the USA (n = 111) remains the most productive country, Turkey (n = 107) ranks second, demonstrating its strong clinical activity in the field. In citation networks, Nitzan’s “anchored disc” theory (n = 314 citations) maintains its central position; however, the rise of Schiffman’s DC/TMD criteria (n = 125 citations) and Manfredini’s psychosocial studies indicates that success is now contingent more upon patient phenotype than physical parameters. Furthermore, the concepts of “ultrasound guidance” and “regenerative agents” (PRP, HA) have dominated the literature in recent years. Conclusion The TMJ arthrocentesis literature is undergoing a dynamic transformation characterized by surgical minimization and technological integration. Research trends corroborate that the concept of “mechanical success” has yielded to a holistic treatment model constituted by accurate patient selection (Axis II), imaging guidance, and biological regeneration.

Unveiling global research dynamics in aromatic rice: bibliometric insights and future directions

In the era of global connectivity, research on the integration of virtual reality technology and gamification has become a hot topic in academia and industry. Based on bibliometric methods, this paper analyses 2,351 relevant articles in Web of Science core databases between 1992 and 2024 using CiteSpace and VOSviewer systems. It explores global research trends and hotspots in the field in terms of publication trends, core authors, national collaborative networks and keyword co-occurrences. The results show that the literature on virtual reality gamification applications is growing rapidly, and the research field is gradually shifting from technology development to diversified application scenarios such as user experience, education and rehabilitation. This paper aims to fill the research gap of a comprehensive interdisciplinary analysis from a global perspective, and provide a comprehensive reference for researchers in related fields.

ObjectiveThe Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) has been found to have benefits for diabetes mellitus (DM), but a bibliometric analysis of its association with DM has yet to be conducted. This paper aims to explore the current status and research hotspots on the connection between the Mediterranean diet and DM from 2014 to 2024, providing a reference for future studies.MethodsWe retrieved articles published between 2014 and 2024 from the Web of Science database and analyzed them using R software, VOSviewer, and CiteSpace.ResultsA total of 2,806 articles were included in this study. Research on the relationship between the MedDiet and DM showed a steady increase in publication volume from 2014 to 2019, followed by a sharp rise from 2020 to 2023. Spain was the leading country in terms of publication volume, followed by Italy, the United States, China, and Greece. Spain also led in international collaborations, with CIBER—Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red and Harvard University being the most prominent collaboration centers. Nutrients was the most frequently published and cited journal in this field. Common keywords in this literature included components such as olive oil, legumes, and red wine. Mechanisms studied in this field primarily focused on antioxidant effects, improvements in insulin sensitivity and secretion, regulation of lipid metabolism, and modulation of gut microbiota.ConclusionResearch on the beneficial effects of the MedDiet on DM patients has garnered significant attention from researchers worldwide, and it is expected to become a major focus for future DM prevention and treatment. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the current status and research hotspots regarding the relationship between the MedDiet and DM, offering valuable references for future research.

The significant burden of polypharmacy in clinical settings contrasts sharply with the narrow research focus on drug-drug interactions (DDIs), revealing an important gap in understanding the complexity of real-world multi-drug regimens. The present study addresses this gap by conducting a high-resolution, multidimensional bibliometric and network analysis of 19,151 DDI publications indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection (1975-2025). Using advanced tools, including VOSviewer version 1.6.20, Bibliometrix 5.0.0, and AI-enhanced terminology normalization, global research trajectories, knowledge clusters, and collaborative dynamics were systematically mapped. The analysis revealed an exponential growth in publication volume (from 55 in 1990 to 1194 in 2024), with output led by the United States and a marked acceleration in Chinese contributions after 2015. Key pharmacological agents frequently implicated in DDI research included CYP450-dependent drugs such as statins, antiretrovirals, and central nervous system drugs. Thematic clusters evolved from mechanistic toxicity assessments to complex frameworks involving clinical risk management, oncology co-therapies, and pharmacokinetic modeling. The citation impact peaked at 3.93 per year in 2019, reflecting the increasing integration of DDI research into mainstream areas of pharmaceutical science. The findings highlight a shift toward addressing polypharmacy risks in aging populations, supported by novel computational methodologies. This comprehensive assessment offers insights for researchers and academics aiming to navigate the evolving scientific landscape of DDIs and underlines the need for more nuanced system-level approaches to interaction risk assessment. Future studies should aim to incorporate patient-level real-world data, expand bibliometric coverage to underrepresented regions and non-English literature, and integrate pharmacogenomic and time-dependent variables to enhance predictive models of interaction risk. Cross-validation of AI-based approaches against clinical outcomes and prospective cohort data are also needed to bridge the translational gap and support precision dosing in complex therapeutic regimens.

BackgroundThis study aims to explore the research hotspots and trends of urea cycle disorders through bibliometric analysis.MethodsUsing the Web of Science Core Collection as the database, we retrieved literature published from 2007 to 2024. We utilized CiteSpace, VOSviewer, and Bibliometrix R package to conduct a bibliometric visualization analysis, including the number of publications, citation frequency, publishing countries, institutions, journals, authors, references, and keywords.ResultsA total of 926 publications on UCDs were published in 318 journals by 4807 authors at 1494 institutions from 49 countries/regions. The USA had the highest number of publications and citation frequency. The Children’s National Health System in the USA published the most literature. The most frequent collaboration was between the USA and Germany. The journal with the most publications was Molecular Genetics and Metabolism. The author with the most publications was Johannes Häberle. The most frequently cited reference was the 2019 publication of the revised guidelines for the diagnosis and management of UCDs. The identified future research hotspots are expected to focus on “gene therapy”, “mutations” and “efficacy”.ConclusionThis study is the first bibliometric analysis of publications in the field of UCDs. These findings suggest that European and American countries dominate UCD research, it is necessary to further strengthen global cooperation in the field of UCDs. Early detection of the disease and emerging therapies, including gene therapy, are likely to be future research hotspots.

The rapidly increasing generation of municipal solid waste (MSW) threatens the environmental integrity and well-being of humans at a global level. Incineration is regarded as a technically sound technology for the management of MSW. However, the effective management of the municipal solid waste incineration (MSWI) ashes remains a challenge. This article presents the global dynamics of MSWI ashes research from 1994 to 2018 based on a bibliometric analysis of 1810 publications (research articles and conference proceedings) extracted from the Web of Science database, followed by a comprehensive summary on the research developments in the field. The results indicate the rapid growth of annual publications on MSWI ashes research, with China observed as the most productive country within the study period. Waste Management, Journal of Hazardous Materials, Chemosphere and Waste Management & Research, which accounted for 35.42% of documents on MSWI research, are the most prominent journals in the field. The most critical thematic areas on this topic are MSWI ashes characterisation, dioxin emissions from fly ash, valorisation of bottom ash and heavy metal removal. The evolution of MSWI ashes treatment technologies is also discussed, together with the challenges and future research directions. This is the first bibliometric analysis on global MSWI ashes research based on a sufficiently large dataset, which could provide new insights for researchers to initiate further research with leading institutions/authors and ultimately advance this research field.