Mapping a Decade of Biodiversity Research in India

A Scientometric Perspective

Abstract

This study analyzes the scientometric parameters on the trends and patterns of biodiversity research
in India, 2015-2024. Data was extracted from the Web of Science database 2015-2024. A total of
7319 publications were found, and there was a sustained upward trend in research output, with the
highest output in 2023 (1080). India is estimated to be fourth (4.46%) in the world for total
biodiversity research behind China, the United States, and Brazil. Nearly all publications were in
English (99. 5%) diagnostic publication type was a research article (87.6%). The primary institutes
were the University of Calcutta, Banaras Hindu University, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
The three primary authors based on productivity included Singh R.P, Kumar A., and Singh S.
There is a growing profile of biodiversity research in India, output is increasing across time, there
are multiple institutes contributing to the research agenda, and there is collaboration with Indian
and international researchers. These insights may be useful in the development for new research in
biodiversity science, research priorities, research funding, and increased synergy and collaboration
between institutions