Mapping the Evolution of Cybernetics: A Bibliometric Perspective
In this study, we undertake a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the cybernetics research field. We compile a dataset of 4856 papers from the ISI Web of Science database spanning 1975–2022, employing keywords related to cybernetics. Our findings reveal an annual growth rate of 7.56% in cyberneti...
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| description | In this study, we undertake a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the cybernetics research field. We compile a dataset of 4856 papers from the ISI Web of Science database spanning 1975–2022, employing keywords related to cybernetics. Our findings reveal an annual growth rate of 7.56% in cybernetics research over this period, indicating sustained scholarly interest. By examining the annual progression of scientific production, we have identified three distinct periods characterized by significant disruptions in yearly publication trends. These disruptions have been thoroughly investigated within the paper, utilizing a longitudinal analysis of thematic evolution. We also identify emerging research trends through keyword analysis. Furthermore, we investigate collaborative networks among authors, their institutional affiliations, and global representation to elucidate the dissemination of cybernetics research. Employing n-gram analysis, we uncover diverse applications of cybernetics in fields such as computer science, information science, social sciences, sustainable development, supply chain, knowledge management, system dynamics, and medicine. The study contributes to enhancing the understanding of the evolving cybernetics landscape. Moreover, the conducted analysis underscores the versatile applicability across various academic and practical domains associated with the cybernetics field. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-e66c0206325d48769838bb652cf0c9c62023-11-24T14:36:32ZengMDPI AGComputers2073-431X2023-11-01121123710.3390/computers12110237Mapping the Evolution of Cybernetics: A Bibliometric PerspectiveBianca Cibu0Camelia Delcea1Adrian Domenteanu2Gabriel Dumitrescu3Department of Economic Informatics and Cybernetics, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 0105552 Bucharest, RomaniaDepartment of Economic Informatics and Cybernetics, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 0105552 Bucharest, RomaniaDepartment of Economic Informatics and Cybernetics, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 0105552 Bucharest, RomaniaDepartment of Accounting and Audit, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010552 Bucharest, RomaniaIn this study, we undertake a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the cybernetics research field. We compile a dataset of 4856 papers from the ISI Web of Science database spanning 1975–2022, employing keywords related to cybernetics. Our findings reveal an annual growth rate of 7.56% in cybernetics research over this period, indicating sustained scholarly interest. By examining the annual progression of scientific production, we have identified three distinct periods characterized by significant disruptions in yearly publication trends. These disruptions have been thoroughly investigated within the paper, utilizing a longitudinal analysis of thematic evolution. We also identify emerging research trends through keyword analysis. Furthermore, we investigate collaborative networks among authors, their institutional affiliations, and global representation to elucidate the dissemination of cybernetics research. Employing n-gram analysis, we uncover diverse applications of cybernetics in fields such as computer science, information science, social sciences, sustainable development, supply chain, knowledge management, system dynamics, and medicine. The study contributes to enhancing the understanding of the evolving cybernetics landscape. Moreover, the conducted analysis underscores the versatile applicability across various academic and practical domains associated with the cybernetics field.https://www.mdpi.com/2073-431X/12/11/237cyberneticcyberneticsbibliometric analysisn-gram analysisthematic evolution |
| spellingShingle | Bianca Cibu Camelia Delcea Adrian Domenteanu Gabriel Dumitrescu Mapping the Evolution of Cybernetics: A Bibliometric Perspective Computers cybernetic cybernetics bibliometric analysis n-gram analysis thematic evolution |
| title | Mapping the Evolution of Cybernetics: A Bibliometric Perspective |
| title_full | Mapping the Evolution of Cybernetics: A Bibliometric Perspective |
| title_fullStr | Mapping the Evolution of Cybernetics: A Bibliometric Perspective |
| title_full_unstemmed | Mapping the Evolution of Cybernetics: A Bibliometric Perspective |
| title_short | Mapping the Evolution of Cybernetics: A Bibliometric Perspective |
| title_sort | mapping the evolution of cybernetics a bibliometric perspective |
| topic | cybernetic cybernetics bibliometric analysis n-gram analysis thematic evolution |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-431X/12/11/237 |
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