TABLE 1 - uploaded by Weishu Liu
Content may be subject to copyright.
Publication language distribution in SCIE database (2006-2015).

Publication language distribution in SCIE database (2006-2015).

Source publication
Article
Full-text available
Non-English languages are widely used, but their roles in scholarly communication are relatively under-explored. By using Web of Science's Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE, 1900–2015), Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI, 1900–2015), and Arts and Humanities Citation Index (A&HCI, 1975–2015), this study probes the patterns and dynamics of non-...

Contexts in source publication

Context 1
... as demonstrated in the previous three sections, things changed greatly if we consider the three citation indexes separately. Tables 1-3 show the publishing language distribution among the three citation indexes during the last decade. ...
Context 2
... shown in Table 1, among 11.7 million SCIE papers indexed during 2006-2015, about 96.94% were published in English, followed by German (0.61%), Chinese (0.59%), French (0.46%), Spanish (0.39%), and Portuguese (0.38%). In order to measure the impact of each language from both quantity and quality/impact perspectives, the H index has been used as a measure (Hirsch, 2005). ...
Context 3
... order to give a full picture of non-English paper distribu- tion among categories, I provide the Web of Science category information of all the non-English papers during the past decade in Table S1, Supporting Information. Within each category, the total number of papers, number of non-English papers, and the relative share of non-English papers are provided. ...
Context 4
... each category, the total number of papers, number of non-English papers, and the relative share of non-English papers are provided. It can be seen from Table S1 that a large number of non-English papers are not only distributed among A&HCI categories but also among many SCIE and SSCI categories. However, the high share of non- English papers more frequently occurs in A&HCI categories. ...
Context 5
... Supporting Information may be found in the online version of this article: Table S1. The Web of Science category information of all the non-English papers. ...

Similar publications

Article
Full-text available
Nowadays, Open Access Mega-Journals (OAMJs) represent a substantial part of the scholarly communication system. The current research is conducted with the aim of providing better insights into the increasingly important OAMJ phenomenon through investigation of eight reputable titles using established bibliometric methods. Results of the study showe...
Chapter
Full-text available
Although digitization has significantly eased publishing, finding a relevant and a suitable channel of publishing remains challenging. Scientific events such as conferences, workshops or symposia are among the most popular channels, especially in computer science, natural sciences, and technology. To obtain a better understanding of scholarly commu...

Citations

... Even linguistic journals that claim commitment to multilingualism hold a pronounced bias for native speakerism of English in their publishing practices (Warren and Sato 2024). Evidence suggests that more than 90% of the articles covered in the Science Citation Index (SCI) and Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) and more than 70% of those covered in the Arts and Humanities Citation Index (A&HCI) between 2006 and 2015 were published in English (Liu 2016). That said, it is not exaggerating to state that English has firmly established its legitimate position as the privileged language of knowledge construction and dissemination across different disciplines (Dionísio da Silva 2021). ...
Article
Full-text available
Under the pressure of English as the lingua franca for research publication, local journals have changed their language policies for survival. While some discontinued their local‐language editions and became English journals, others resorted to bilingual publishing through translation, which may enable them to be integrated into the international community without losing their cultural identity. So far, the impact of bilingual publishing on international visibility has rarely been explored, though relevant knowledge is limited. This study aims to explore whether the bilingual publishing policy adopted by four Spain‐based journals increases their international authorship, as is reflected in the proportion of foreign contributions and the geographical distribution of foreign contributing countries. To address this issue, a control‐group interrupted time series design was implemented, assigning the four journals to the experimental group and a homogeneous journal to the comparison group. Within‐group and between‐group evidence indicates that Spain‐based journals' shift to bilingual publishing increases the proportion of international contributions and widens the geographical distribution of contributing countries. The findings are discussed against the current literature and arguments are initiated as to whether it is necessary to continue with the bilingual publishing policy if international authorship reduces the publication chances of local authors.
... On the other hand, a lingua franca must be employed to make research findings accessible for foreign readers, share study results with the widest possible audience, and receive constructive feedback from peers. Moreover, journals indexed in core citation databases, which mainly include English-language publications (Albarillo, 2014;Liu, 2017), have better impact and visibility because scientists use these tools and metrics to find relevant peer-reviewed papers, whereas journals publishing articles in the vernacular appeal to a smaller readership (Dinkel et al., 2004;Sanz-Casado et al., 2021). ...
Article
Full-text available
Purpose This article presents the results of a quantitative analysis of Ukrainian arts and humanities (A&H) research from 2012 to 2021, as observed in Scopus. The overall publication activity and the relative share of A&H publications in relation to Ukraine's total research output, comparing them with other countries. The study analyzes the diversity and total number of sources, as well as the geographic distribution of authors and citing authors, to provide insights into the internationalization level of Ukrainian A&H research. Additionally, the topical spectrum and language usage are considered to complete the overall picture. Design/methodology/approach This study uses the Scopus database as the primary data source for analyzing the general bibliometric characteristics of Ukrainian A&H research. All document types, except Erratum, were considered. A language filter was applied to compare the bibliometric characteristics of English versus non-English publications. In addition to directly imported data from Scopus, the study employs the ready-to-use SciVal tools to operate with A&H subcategories and calculate additional bibliometric characteristics, such as Citations per Publication (CPP), Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) and journal quartiles. Information on the country of journal publishers and details on delisted journals from Scopus were obtained from the official Source Title List available on the Elsevier website and the SCImago Journal and Country Rank Portal. Findings According to the results obtained, the publication patterns for Ukrainian A&H research exhibit dynamics comparable to those of other countries, with a gradual increase in the total number of papers and sources. However, the citedness is lower than expected, and the share of publications in top-quartile sources is lower for 2020–2021 period compared to the previous years. The impact of internationally collaborative papers, especially those in English, is higher. Nevertheless, over half of all works remain uncited, probably due to the limited readership of the journals selected for publication. Originality/value This study provides original insights into the bibliometric characteristics of Ukrainian A&H publications between 2012 and 2021, as assessed using the Scopus database. The authors’ findings reveal that Ukraine's A&H publications have higher visibility than some Asian countries with similar population sizes. However, in comparison to other countries of similar size, Ukraine's research output is smaller. The authors also discovered that cultural and historical similarities with neighboring countries play a more significant role in publication activity than population size. This study highlights the low integration of Ukrainian A&H research into the global academic community, evident through a decline in papers published in influential journals and poor citedness. These findings underscore the importance for authors to prioritize disseminating research in influential journals, rather than solely focusing on indexing in particular databases.
... 30 Moreover, despite literature calling for greater emphasis on publication of non-English papers, the reality remains that most scientific literature is published in the English language, arguably limiting the practical impact of this pragmatic decision. 31,32 Screening and selection Studies identified by the searches were extracted into Microsoft Excel. After duplicates were removed, titles and abstracts were screened for eligibility and removed if they clearly did not meet inclusion criteria. ...
Article
Full-text available
Background and Objectives: The Attribution Questionnaire (AQ-27) is a widely used measure of public mental illness stigma. The AQ-27 was originally developed in the USA in the English language. Since its inception in 2003, several translations of the measure have been produced. This is the first review to explore the use of translated versions of the AQ-27 to measure stigma towards people with schizophrenia. Methods: A systematic review was conducted. MEDLINE, PsycInfo and Web of Science were systematically searched between 2003 and 2024. The COSMIN Study Design Checklist was adapted to appraise the quality of the translation processes. Data were extracted relating to measurement properties (reliability and validity) of the translated measures. Results: Forty-one studies were identified, spanning fifteen countries and eleven languages. Most studies (n = 26, 63.4 %) were located in Europe. Twelve original translations of the AQ-27 were identified, of which, four studies were primarily focused on translation and validation of the measure. The Turkish, Italian and Arabic translations were rated highest for methodological quality of the translation process. Conclusions: Researchers should consider the quality of the methodology used to develop existing translated versions of the AQ-27 before adopting them, as this may have implications for the validity and equivalence of the measure within the target culture. Translation frameworks are available to support the high-quality translation and cross-cultural adaptation of self-report measures.
... While English undoubtedly dominates scientific research, neglecting the non-English literature can result in gaps in the systematic understanding of the knowledge base [68]. This is particularly relevant in the arts and humanities, where non-English papers have always played a significant role, which helps explain the relatively lower number of publications in A&HCI in the statistics of child-friendly city research output [69]. Furthermore, regional bias is another factor, as journals published in Europe, Oceania, and North America are more likely to be indexed by WoS, which is one of the factors contributing to the data limitations in this study [70]. ...
Article
Full-text available
The construction of child-friendly cities has become a global issue, and the diverse needs of children during their growth has attracted widespread attention. This study uses CiteSpace 6.4.1 to perform a visual analysis of 966 papers published from 2004 to 2024 in the SSCI, SCI, ESCI, and A&HCI citation indexes of the Web of Science database. First, the study analyzes the publication trends over the past two decades in the context of different citation indexes and research fields. Then, we identify influential journals, institutions, countries, author institutions, and funding agencies within this domain. Additionally, this study uses the visualized results to outline the core keywords and research themes in child-friendly city research, clarifying the development trajectory of the field and identifying future research priorities and hotspots. The results derived from CiteSpace and bibliometric analysis will assist future researchers and practitioners in a better understanding of the comprehensive framework of child-friendly city research, thereby advancing the progress of child-friendly city construction under the broader context of sustainable urban development.
... Although non-English languages are widely used, their role in academic communication remains relatively underexplored. Analyses suggest that English has increasingly become dominant in fields such as the natural sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities [81]. ...
Article
Full-text available
Objectives: This study conducts a bibliometric analysis to map key trends in the digitalization of medicine, a rapidly evolving field that incorporates advancements such as artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and Big Data. The analysis aims to identify the most prolific authors, highly cited works, leading countries, and contributions from research institutions, while also exploring emerging trends through keyword analysis. Methods: A dataset comprising 2606 scientific papers was retrieved from the Web of Science database. The analysis was performed using bibliometric techniques and VOSviewer software to evaluate citation patterns, author productivity, country activity, and institutional contributions. Results: The findings reveal a substantial increase in research activity on the digitalization of medicine, with notable contributions from Germany, the USA, and China. These countries host leading academic institutions actively driving the field. Keyword analysis highlights emerging trends in artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and Big Data. Extensive international collaborations further underscore the global nature of this research domain. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution and current trends in the digitalization of medicine. Conclusions: It highlights the significant role of international collaboration and identifies key areas of development, offering valuable insights for future research directions in this dynamic sector.
... internationalization. Non-English articles have consistently played a crucial role in academic publishing [3], particularly in addressing local issues, applications, or contributions, where publication in the native language is both justified and essential. Therefore, JKPMHN aims to increase the proportion of English articles while preserving its bilingual identity by continuing to publish Korean articles with English abstracts. ...
... The overwhelming prevalence of English publications underscores the status of English as the universal language of science, largely due to its extensive global reach. This finding aligns with Liu (2017), who noted that approximately 97% of papers were published in English, making it the predominant language in both natural and social sciences research. Additionally, Martín-Martín et al. (2018) estimated that 19-38% of documents not written in English might be omitted from Scopus or WoS highlighting a potential coverage issue that could affect the impact and visibility of non-English research. ...
Article
Full-text available
Bacterial nanocellulose (BNC) is a versatile biopolymer with diverse applications across various domains. The global market for BNC is currently valued at approximately USD 300 million, and projections suggest that it could grow to USD 750 million by 2032. Given its increasing importance and relevance, there is a pressing need to comprehensively examine the current BNC landscape. This study aimed to conduct an original scientometric analysis of BNC research, utilizing data from the Web of Science Core Collection, focuses on the most recent 20 years to provide a comprehensive view of contemporary trends and developments in the field, covering from 2006 to March 2024. This analysis employed Topic Search term “bacterial nanocellulose”, since this term is increasingly used to distinguish this material from plant-derived cellulose. A total of 1796 documents was selected, which were refined to 959 for further analysis using CiteSpace (6.3. R2) and Excel (2016). English was the predominant language, and articles were the most prevalent document type. Notably, citations and publications exhibited a consistent upward trend from 2013 to 2024, reflecting global research trends. A correlation was observed between publication volume and investments in nanotechnology, with China and the USA emerging as leading contributors. These countries showed different research trends: China led a group focusing on composite membranes, the USA spearheaded researched on BNC scaffolds, India concentrated on biodegradable food packaging, and groups in Iran and Portugal explored bone tissue engineering. Regarding research frequency, the most prominent areas were polymers, applied and multidisciplinary chemistry, and materials sciences. However, biotechnology, biochemistry, and molecular biology were identified as the most influential fields. In conclusion, this scientometric study provides valuable insights into the key factors shaping the current state of BNC research, offering guidance for researchers and professionals.
... In this work, although comprehensive reviews have been conducted on resilient city research, we have considered only the WOSCC database as the sole source of data collection. WOSCC mainly includes high-impact international journals, mainly in the English language, and therefore it may overlook some regional or non-English journals [77,78]. This may lead to insufficient research coverage in certain fields or regions, thereby affecting the comprehensiveness and diversity of the results. ...
Article
Full-text available
The resilient city plays an increasingly important role in coping with the challenges raised by economic, social, and environmental risks. In this review, we examine approximately 27,094 papers published in the Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC) and perform extensive bibliometric and scientometric analyses to identify the research themes, evolutionary history, and potential research trends in the state of the art in resilient city studies. Seven main resilient city research themes are identified, with significant differences persisting across regions. Specifically, the research on resilient cities in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America reveals clear regional characteristics in macro development planning and strategies, technological methods, urban economic growth, urban water resource protection, and so on. The analysis also reveals the collaborative networks among different countries and regions in the study of resilient cities. The evolutionary history of resilient city research shows that it has gradually evolved from a single research field into a multidisciplinary field and further formed a unique discipline. Moreover, the urban ecological environment, urban economic development, urban sprawl, and urban mobility have become key research hot spots and trends in resilient city research. This study provides a systematic and data-driven analytical demonstration of resilient city research, which provides empirical support for policy formulation and practice.
... We searched both English and Chinese databases in our systematic review and metaanalysis, as these two languages are two of the most popular languages in academic writing [33]. TSA was applied to further confirm that sugammadex is faster in reversing nondepolarizing NMB during MBS, with fewer postoperative complications when compared to neostigmine. ...
Article
Full-text available
Background and Objectives: Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) is practiced worldwide. Sugammadex was proven to have multiple benefits in reversing neuromuscular blockade (NMB) for patients with obesity undergoing MBS, but its effects on complications of various systems are not clear and concrete. Materials and Methods: This systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted as per the PRISMA guidelines and registered on the PROSPERO database (CRD42023491171). A systematic search was conducted in multiple databases for studies comparing sugammadex with neostigmine in MBS. Continuous data are reported as mean differences (MDs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Dichotomous data are reported as relative risks (RRs) and 95% CIs. A two-sided p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Trial sequential analysis (TSA) was performed to evaluate the reliability of the conclusions. Results: Nine studies with 633 patients met the inclusion criteria. Compared with those from the neostigmine group, patients from the sugammadex group were characterized by a significantly shorter recovery time from the administration of the study drug to a train-of-four (TOF) ratio of ≥90% (MD [95% CI]: −15.40 [−26.64; −4.15]; I2 = 96.6%; p = 0.0073; n = 380; random effects model), a lower risk of postoperative residual curarization (PORC) (RR [95% CI]: 0.18 [0.09; 0.38]; p < 0.0001; I2 = 27.9%; n = 344; common effect model), postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) (RR [95% CI]: 0.67 [0.48; 0.93]; p = 0.0164; I2 = 0%; n = 335; common effect model), and cardiovascular complications (RR [95% CI]: 0.48 [0.26; 0.88]; p = 0.0186; I2 = 14.7%; n = 178; common effect model). TSA confirmed the conclusions regarding the recovery time and PORC risk. Conclusions: In conclusion, our systemic review and meta-analysis with TSA revealed that sugammadex provided a faster and more reliable choice to reverse NMB in patients with obesity undergoing MBS, with a lower risk of PORC. Sugammadex reduced the risk of cardiovascular complications and postoperative nausea and vomiting. However, the conclusions were not confirmed, and, so, further studies may be necessary.
... El análisis permitió evidenciar una considerable diferencia entre el país de publicación y el país de origen de la muestra de las investigaciones. Esta discrepancia se puede deber a la combinación de la predominancia del inglés en la academia (Liu, 2017), la búsqueda de prestigio y visibilidad internacional, así como las redes y colaboraciones que facilitan la publicación de estudios globales en revistas de países angloparlantes. _________________________________________________________________284-307 La clasificación en cuartiles de las revistas WoS permite conocer el factor de impacto de la fuente en relación con todas las de su área (González-Sanabria, Díaz-Peñuela y Castro-Romero, 2019). ...
Article
Full-text available
La competencia comunicativa e intercultural implica utilizar el lenguaje para crear ambientes respetuosos, mutuamente aceptables y dignos, lo cual es esencial en el siglo XXI. En este contexto, el objetivo de este trabajo es identificar las tendencias en la investigación sobre competencia comunicativa intercultural durante el período 2001-2022 en la base de datos de Web of Science. Para lograrlo, se llevó a cabo una revisión sistemática siguiendo las recomendaciones de la declaración PRISMA. Los principales hallazgos muestran que: 1) Existe una discrepancia entre el origen de la muestra de investigaciones y el país de publicación de los artículos; 2) la mayoría de los estudios se centran en la competencia comunicativa intercultural dentro del contexto del aprendizaje de segundas lenguas; y 3) un número significativo de publicaciones investiga el uso de tecnología y telecolaboración en el desarrollo de esta competencia. Se concluye que la temática se aborda predominantemente desde la perspectiva del bilingüismo, lo que subraya la necesidad de ampliar los enfoques para integrar más completamente este tipo de competencia y la diversidad cultural en el ámbito educativo. Además, se identifica una notable carencia de estudios que aborden la competencia comunicativa intercultural en contextos homoglósicos dentro de la educación superior.