Global Research Trends and Future Directions for Buckwheat as a Smart Crop
Author Information
Author(s): Gao Yongbin, Hou Hanghang, Cang Quzhen, Sangdan Zhuoma, Zhao Guan, Yuan Yuhao, Feng Baili, Masci Stefania
Primary Institution: Northwest A & F University
Hypothesis
What is the distribution of publications and research work on buckwheat over the past two to four years?
Conclusion
The study identifies key research trends and hotspots in buckwheat research, highlighting its potential as a sustainable crop.
Supporting Evidence
- The number of research papers on buckwheat is gradually increasing.
- China, Japan, Poland, the United States, and South Korea were the top five countries in terms of publication volume.
- Research on buckwheat shows that both domestic and international research institutions tend to collaborate more with institutions within their own countries.
- Keyword analysis indicates that buckwheat flour, antioxidant activity, protective biological control, and buckwheat husk are current research hotspots.
- This study systematically summarizes the current status of research in the field, identifies research hotspots and trends.
Takeaway
This study looks at all the research done on buckwheat to see what's popular and what needs more work, helping scientists know where to focus next.
Methodology
The study used bibliometric analysis to evaluate 4512 papers related to buckwheat research published over the past 24 years.
Limitations
The analysis was based on literature from a single database, which may not fully capture the current state of research.
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