Mapping Global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Research: A Scientometric Perspective

This study examines the status and trends of research on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from 2015 to 2024. Analysing 14,845 documents published across 2301 sources, SDGs research during a specified span shows a growth rate of 21.20% in SDGs-related research. The analysis reveals a high research impact, with an average of 18.78 citations per document. Key research themes identified include Climate Change, Health, Renewable Energy, Education, and Social Development. Network analysis reveals strong co-authorship clusters among institutions, with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the University of Oxford, and the WHO emerging as prominent contributors. The countries China, the United States, and the UK lead in publication output. The study highlights the growing interdisciplinary nature of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) research, emphasizing the integration of technology and the importance of global collaboration.