Scientific production trends on Macrobrachium acanthurus: A Bibliometric and network analysis based on Scopus

Resumen

Objective: This study presents a bibliometric analysis of scientific publications on Macrobrachium acanthurus, aiming to identify strengths and weaknesses in the development of research on this species.

Design/methodology/approach: One hundred scientific articles were retrieved from the Scopus database to identify the most relevant authors, institutions, countries, journals, and subject areas. The records were refined and standardized to avoid duplication, and a descriptive analysis was conducted using frequency and percentage distribution. Additionally, VOSviewer software was used to construct co-authorship, keyword co-occurrence, and international collaboration network maps.

Results: In terms of individual productivity, the authors Bertini, Hernández-Hernández, and Freire lead in number of publications. The journals with the highest number of articles were the Latin American Journal of Aquatic Research and Crustaceana. The thematic analysis identified five main areas: reproduction and development, conservation and sustainable aquaculture, genetics and molecular biology, nutrition and feed; and biotechnology and applications. VOSviewer maps confirmed the existence of consolidated collaboration clusters, although with some groups remained isolated, and highlighted the centrality of Brazil and Mexico in international networks.

Limitations on study/implications: The analysis was limited to the Scopus database; therefore, variations may arise if other databases are included.

Findings/conclusions: The results indicate that research is primarily concentrated in Brazil and Mexico. The University of São Paulo, São Paulo State University, the Federal University of Paraná, the National Autonomous University of Mexico, and the University of Guadalajara emerge as the leading academic institutions. This study provides an integrated overview of the dynamics, gaps and research opportunities related to Macrobrachium acanthurus, offering valuable insights to guide scientific agendas, foster collaboration strategies, and support the acquaculture development of native species.