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Research productivity of the Department of Neurosciences of the University of the Philippines Manila: a bibliometric analysis

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Research output is widely recognized as a key indicator of productivity and a measure of the status of a nation’s research activity. This bibliometric analysis examined the research productivity of the Department of Neurosciences at the University of the Philippines Manila, focusing on publications and citations across the divisions of adult neurology, pediatric neurology, and neurosurgery. A total of 518 studies were identified, showing a significant growth in publications over the past decade, particularly in international journals. The most common research topics included movement disorders and stroke. X-linked dystonia-parkinsonism is a prominent focus of movement disorder research. While adult neurologists contributed the largest volume of publications, pediatric neurologists had the highest citation impact per study. Collaborative efforts, both locally and internationally, have been instrumental in publishing in high-impact journals. The findings underscore the need for further expansion of research initiatives, enhanced funding, and strategic collaboration to address gaps in underrepresented areas like genetics, headache, and neurotoxicology.

Source: Cogent Education

DOI: 10.1080/2331186x.2025.2492666

Authors: Mykha Marie B. Tabuzo, Ena Elizabeth L. Naoe, Veeda Michelle M. Anlacan, Roland Dominic G. Jamora

Institutions: Philippine General Hospital, University of the Philippines Manila

Language: English

Topic: scientometrics and bibliometrics research

Subfield: Statistics, Probability and Uncertainty

Field: Decision Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,165