Seismic Oceanography Method: A Prisma Based Sistematic Review

Abstract

Seismic Oceanography (SO) is an innovative method that uses seismic reflection data from surveys to study oceanographic features. We conducted a systematic review using the PRISMA method, retrieving 164 articles published between 2008 and 2023 from Web of Science and Scopus. Analyzing the data with Vosviewer and Bibliometrix software, we found that the SO methodology is expanding its applications and identified four sub-areas: 1) analyzing ocean background features, 2) mapping physical oceanographic features, 3) inverting and processing seismic data, and 4) studying interactions with the background. We traced the history of SO from its early studies in 1979 to recent works in 2023. Interestingly, the term "Seismic Oceanography" gained prominence after 2008, leading to the discovery of 15 additional articles through cross-referencing and citation analysis. Based on common processing techniques, we proposed a working guide with a flowchart for different types of seismic data, advanced processing, and relevant databases. This guide serves as a reference, offering professionals a historical perspective and practical guidance when applying the SO methodology. Our systematic review provides a comprehensive understanding of the current state of SO, identifies areas for further research, and introduces a valuable tool for professionals interested in utilizing the methodology.