Global Trends in Health Research Information Systems: A Bibliometric Analysis

Kumar Pradhan, Ajit, Mishra, Manoj and Nanda, Susama Global Trends in Health Research Information Systems: A Bibliometric Analysis. IP Indian Journal of Library Science and Information Technology, 2026, vol. 11, n. 2. [Journal article (Paginated)]

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This study examines global research trends in Health Research Information Systems (HRIS) through bibliometric analysis of Scopus-indexed publications from 1972 to 2026. Using VOSviewer and Bibliometrix, it analyzes publication trends, influential contributors, collaborations, and emerging themes. The findings highlight the growing importance of HRIS in evidence-based healthcare, with China, the United States, Australia, Spain, and the United Kingdom as major contributors. The study emphasizes technological advancement, data sharing, international collaboration, and the potential of AI and machine learning to strengthen HRIS for global health research and policy innovation.

Item type: Journal article (Paginated)
Keywords: Health Research Information Systems, Bibliometric Analysis, Research Trends, Global Collaboration, Digital Health
Subjects: H. Information sources, supports, channels.
Depositing user: Mr Ajit Kumar Pradhan
Date deposited: 13 Aug 2026 19:28
Last modified: 13 Aug 2026 19:28
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10760/47955

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