Research Output on Altmetrics during 2012-22

a scientometric assessment

Abstract

This paper presents a comprehensive examination of research output in altmetrics from 2012 to 2022, utilising data from the Scopus database.Analysing 1,253 publications, with an average of 113.9 annually. It scrutinises the trajectory of scholarly output, noting significant growth from 10 publications in 2012 to 174 in 2021, indicating increasing interest in altmetrics. Through a multifaceted approach, the study dissects characteristics of this literature, emphasising growth dynamics. The primary aim was a scientometric analysis of global altmetrics publications, including growth patterns, authorship, core journals, keywords, citations, and institutions.
Methodologically, it identifies pivotal journals, core subjects, influential authors, geographical distribution, prolific institutions, language preferences, and citation-based metrics. Findings reveal core elements shaping altmetrics research, distribution patterns across regions, and influential contributors, enriching understanding of the scholarly landscape and enhancing scientometric methodologies within specialised domains.