A Bibliometric Analysis of Scientific Publications on Plant Bacterial Diseases (2015-2025)

Authors : Nurhan Öztürk
Pages : 204-215
Doi:10.29278/azd.1747772
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Publication Date : 2025-12-29
Article Type : Research Paper
Abstract :Objective: This study aims to bibliometrically analyze scientific literature on plant bacterial diseases from 2015 to 2025. By evaluating publication volume, citation impact, keyword trends, journal distribution, and international collaboration, it seeks to reveal research dynamics in plant health and microbial biotechnology, offering insights for future directions in agricultural science. Material and Method: A total of 18246 records were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection using the search term “bacterial diseases and plant” in March 2025. The data were analyzed in R-Studio using the \\\"bibliometrix\\\" and \\\"biblioshiny\\\" packages. Key metrics such as annual publication trends, author productivity, country-level output, citation impact, and keyword evolution were evaluated. Results: The number of publications increased steadily, especially after 2020, though growth plateaued slightly in recent years. China, the USA, and India were the leading countries in terms of publication volume. However, when citation impact is considered, the USA and several European countries, such as Germany and the UK, ranked higher. Authors like SHEN, QIRONG and JONES, JEFFREY B. were notable for both productivity and influence. A large portion of the publications appeared in a limited number of journals, with an international collaboration rate exceeding 30%. Keyword analysis highlighted persistent themes such as “identification,” “disease,” and “resistance,” while recent terms like “oxide nanoparticles” and “polyphenols” reflected growing interest in innovative biotechnological approaches. Conclusion: The findings demonstrate the expansion and diversification of research on plant bacterial diseases. The integration of classical phytopathology with emerging biotechnology indicates a shift toward more interdisciplinary and impactful scientific approaches, supporting strategic planning in plant protection and agricultural sustainability.
Keywords : Bitki, Bakteriyel hastalıklar, Bibliyometrik analiz

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