Sains Malaysiana 53(3)(2024): 635-651

http://doi.org/10.17576/jsm-2024-5303-12

Bibliometric Analysis on Biobutanol Production Research Trends from 2010-2022 using Scopus Database

(Analisis Bibliometrik mengenai Tren Penyelidikan Pengeluaran Biobutanol dari 2010-2022 menggunakan Pangkalan Data Scopus)

MUHD ARSHAD AMIN¹, HAFIZA SHUKOR^2,*, MUAZ MOHD ZAINI MAKHTAR³, MOHD IKHWAN ISMAIL⁴, NUR AMIRA SURIATY YAAKOP⁵, MOHAMAD DANIAL SHAFIQ⁶ & NOOR FAZLIANI SHOPARWE⁷

¹Faculty of Chemical Engineering Technology, Universiti Malaysia Perlis, 02600 Arau, Perlis, Malaysia

²Centre of Excellence for Biomass Utilization, Faculty of Chemical Engineering Technology, Universiti Malaysia Perlis, 02600 Arau, Perlis, Malaysia

³Bioprocess Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor 11800, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

⁴Hamzah Sendut Library, Universiti Sains Malaysia,11800, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

⁵School of Biological Science, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia

⁶School of Material and Mineral Resources Engineering, Engineering Campus, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 14300 Nibong Tebal, Penang, Malaysia

⁷Faculty of Bioengineering and Technology, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Jeli Campus, 17600 Jeli, Kelantan, Malaysia

Received: 21 September 2023/Accepted: 24 February 2024

Abstract

The global demand for biofuels as an alternative energy source is on the rise due to the anticipated decline in fossil fuel (gasoline). Biobutanol, among various biofuels, has garnered significant attention for its advanced features and suitability as an alternative to fossil fuels. Recognizing the importance of understanding research issues and fostering collaborative networks, this bibliometric analysis focuses on synthesizing research trends in biobutanol production over the past 12 years. Examining 357 Scopus-indexed documents, the study shows that over 80% of relevant articles were published after 2010, indicating the recent emergence of literature in this field. Citation analysis identifies publishing trends dating back to 2010, highlighting leading scholars. In 2016, 47 publications in Chemical Engineering were attributed to the field, with Professor Sahaid authoring 12 publications, primarily affiliated with UKM. Chemical Engineering comprised the predominant subject area, with articles constituting 75.07% of total publications. Bioresource Technology was the primary source title, and the keyword Biobutanol was frequently associated with the research (92.16%). UKM led in institutional contributions with 12 publications, while India had the highest total publications at 17.65%, and Malaysia contributed 6.44%. The majority of publications (88.24%) originated from journal publications, and English was the predominant language, accounting for 96.64% of the publications. This paper underscores the recent surge in biobutanol research and the importance of collaborative efforts for further advancements.

Keywords: Bibliometrics; biobutanol; biofuel; Clostridium; mapping knowledge domains

Abstrak

Permintaan global untuk biofuel sebagai punca tenaga alternatif semakin meningkat berikutan jangkaan penurunan bahan api fosil (petrol). Biobutanol, antara pelbagai biobahan api, telah mendapat perhatian yang ketara untuk ciri canggih dan kesesuaiannya sebagai alternatif kepada bahan api fosil. Menyedari kepentingan memahami isu penyelidikan dan memupuk rangkaian kerjasama, analisis bibliometrik ini memberi tumpuan kepada mensintesis trend penyelidikan dalam pengeluaran biobutanol sepanjang 12 tahun yang lalu. Meneliti 357 dokumen yang diindeks Scopus, kajian itu mendedahkan bahawa lebih 80% artikel berkaitan diterbitkan selepas 2010, menunjukkan kemunculan kepustakaan baru-baru ini dalam bidang tersebut. Analisis petikan mengenal pasti aliran penerbitan sejak 2010, menonjolkan sarjana terkemuka. Pada 2016, 47 penerbitan dalam Kejuruteraan Kimia dikaitkan dengan bidang tersebut, dengan Profesor Sahaid mengarang 12 penerbitan, terutamanya bergabung dengan UKM. Kejuruteraan Kimia merangkumi bidang subjek utama, dengan artikel membentuk 75.07% daripada jumlah penerbitan. Teknologi Sumber Bio ialah tajuk sumber utama dan kata kunci Biobutanol sering dikaitkan dengan penyelidikan (92.16%). UKM mendahului dalam sumbangan institusi dengan 12 penerbitan, manakala India mempunyai jumlah penerbitan tertinggi pada 17.65% dan Malaysia menyumbang 6.44%. Majoriti penerbitan (88.24%) berasal daripada penerbitan jurnal dengan bahasa Inggeris adalah bahasa utama, menyumbang 96.64% daripada penerbitan. Oleh itu, kajian ini menggariskan lonjakan baru-baru ini dalam penyelidikan biobutanol dan kepentingan usaha kolaboratif untuk kemajuan selanjutnya.

Kata kunci: Bibliometrik; biobahan api; biobutanol; Clostridium; pemetaan domain pengetahuan

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*Corresponding author; email: hafizashukor@unimap.edu.my