EVALUATING THE GROWTH AND INFLUENCE OF MAHATMA GANDHI UNIVERSITY’S RESEARCH: A BIBLIOMETRIC APPROACH

Chithra S. Nair; Yasmin M

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i4.2024.2947

Authors

Chithra S. Nair Research Scholar, Library &Information Science Department, Madurai Kamaraj University
Dr. M Yasmin Librarian, SFR College for women, Sivakasi, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i4.2024.2947

Keywords:

Mahatma Gandhi University, Bibliometric Analysis, Research Productivity, Global Collaboration, Citation Analysis

Abstract [English]

Purpose
This bibliometric analysis aims to assess Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala's research productivity, impact, and academic contributions by evaluating its publication trends, citation patterns, and global scholarly influence. The study provides a data-driven evaluation of the university's academic output from 1988 to 2025, utilizing established bibliometric indicators.
Methodology
A quantitative approach is employed, sourcing data from academic databases such as the Web of Science, using the search query "Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala." The analysis covers vital bibliometric indicators, including publication counts, citations, h-index, and journal impact factors. Advanced techniques like keyword co-occurrence analysis, co-authorship network analysis, and bibliographic coupling are applied to explore research trends, academic collaborations, and global research networks. Statistical tools like R Studio and visualization tools like VOSviewer are used for data analysis and visualization.
Findings
The study reveals a significant increase in publication volume and global citation impact starting from the early 2000s, with a peak in 2019. The most prolific authors, including Thomas S and Kalarikkal N, show extensive publication output and high citation impact. Key research areas include polymer science, nanotechnology, and biocomposites. India and the United States are the central collaborators in the international research network, while the university's focus on cutting-edge materials science research is evident in its top keywords.
Originality/Value
This analysis offers a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation of Mahatma Gandhi University's research, highlighting its contributions to global scientific discourse, academic collaborations, and emerging research areas. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers and researchers, guiding future academic strategies.
Social Implications
Mahatma Gandhi University's research, particularly in sustainability, nanotechnology, and material sciences, contributes to environmental sustainability and green technologies. Its growing international recognition fosters cross-cultural collaboration and knowledge-sharing, benefiting local and global communities.

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