The academic interest for bioplastics - a bibliometric analysis

Abstract

Plastic materials are shaping modern society and making our lives easier. However, due to improper handling of plastic waste, plastics are no longer ubiquitous only in our homes, villages and cities but also in the natural environment. In line with the concept of bioeconomy, bioplastics are presented as a sustainable option that could help the economy overcome its dependence on fossil fuels and contribute to the reduction of overall plastic pollution. The study aims to identify the areas of academic interest in bioplastics. The study's methodological approach is based on a bibliometric (scientometric) analysis. It was found that in academia, biology, chemistry, and biotechnology are the main areas dealing with bioplastics, focusing on the whole process of product development. At the same time, there is a significant lack of research in areas such as social sciences, including economics. These findings should contribute to the global scientific discourse.

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“…Rana et al, (2022) elaborated on key publications or scientific productions, the most productive researchers in terms of publications and citations, latest hotspots (keywords), the countries with the most active research, collaborations between the countries, highly cited journals, highly contributing organizations, and co-cited references with their cluster analysis of bioplastic research. Sagapova & Cudlínová (2022) stated that bioplastic research is mainly focused on biology, chemistry and biotechnology research to develop a bioplastic product. There are very few studies on bioplastic research based on bibliometric analysis, particularly in the Indian context.…”