Scientometric Analysis Of Research Publications Of Four Csir Laboratories In Uttar Pradesh, India

Abstract

Purpose – The main objective of this study was to review the research literature of four CSIR laboratories in Uttar Pradesh. Nowadays, research performance has become one of the criteria (measure) to see the research productivity of a particular organization. Also, funding organizations look at the performance of an organisation before giving funds for a particular project.

Design/methodology/approach - The Scopus database has been selected for the data extraction for the present study because of its wide coverage.  This study used a comprehensive literature review that included both bibliometric and scientometric analyses. A total of 3,195 publications were selected from the Scopus database as the sample of publications for the scientometric analysis.

Findings – A study on the publications and citations of four CSIR labs (CDRI, CIMAP, IITR, and NBRI) from 2011-2020 revealed that CDRI had the highest number of publications (48.03%). Dr. Karuna Shanker, a senior principal scientist from CSIR-CIMAP, had the most publications among the top-ranked scientists, but his citations were below the average. Yogeshwer Shukla, Chief Scientist at CSIR-IITR, had the most citations (1239) among the top ten authors and the highest citation impact ratio (1.45). Dr. Karuna Shanker had co-authored around three-fourths of his publications with international collaborators. Kumar, A., Chief Scientist of CSIR-CDRI, had the highest collaboration level with other authors and most citations among all authors. The study concluded that collaboration between scientists benefits scientific and industrial research for innovation and discovery. 

Practical implications – As CSIR laboratories are specialized and play key roles in the development of the nation. These labs are working more in a collaborative manner through which they are boosting the productivity of their organization. Collaboration among industry practitioners, academics, and governmental authorities is crucial to bridge the gap.

Originality/value – The study provides insights into the research performance of CSIR laboratories and their collaborative efforts in conducting high-quality research. It offers a clear picture of research collaborations among the four CSIR laboratories.