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Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study
Abstract
Objective: To conduct a bibliometric analysis on stem cell therapy in neonates, identifying key trends, prolific authors, influential institutions, and research collaborations to provide a structured overview of the field’s development.
Methods: A bibliometric approach was employed, analyzing the literature indexed in major academic databases (Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed). Publications between 2000 and 2024 were retrieved using specific keywords related to neonatal stem cell therapy. Data analysis was performed using VOSviewer and Microsoft Excel to evaluate publication trends, citation metrics, authorship networks, keyword co-occurrences, and geographical distribution.
Results: A total of 585 relevant articles were identified, with a significant increase in publication output observed over the last decade. The most researched neonatal condition was HIE, followed by BPD and NEC. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) emerged as the most studied stem cell type. The United States, China, and Europe accounted for most publications, while low- and middle-income countries had minimal contributions, highlighting global research disparities. Citation analysis revealed the most influential studies as preclinical and early-phase clinical trials. Emerging trends include the integration of bioengi neered scaffolds, organoid models, artificial intelligence, and gene-editing techniques in neonatal stem cell research. Conclusions: The bibliometric analysis demonstrates a growing research interest in neonatal stem cell therapy, with a focus on HIE, BPD, and NEC. Despite significant advancements, challenges remain in terms of clinical translation, ethical considerations, and global accessibility. Future research should emphasize large-scale clinical trials, cross-disciplinary collaborations, and equitable distribution of research efforts to ensure that stem cell therapies benefit neonates worldwide.
Keywords
- Neonatal stem cell therapy
- bibliometric analysis
- hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- bronchopulmonary dysplasia
- necrotizing enterocolitis
- mesenchymal stem cells
Ethical Statement
Since this research work deals with study based on review of existing academic literature, there is no infringement of the rules in treatment of human or animals’ subjects. However, the research keeps the citations of all the works cited to ensure that full academic standards are met.
References
- Hoang DM, Pham PT, Bach TQ, Ngo ATL, Nguyen QT, Phan TTK et al. Stem cellbased therapy for human diseases. Signal Transduct Target Ther. 2022;7(1):272. doi:10.1038/s41392-022-01134-4 google scholar
- Sarkar A, Saha S, Paul A, Maji A, Roy P, Maity TK. Understanding stem cells and their pivotal role in regenerative medicine. Life Sci. 2021;273:119270. doi:10.1016/ j.lfs.2021.119270 google scholar
Details
Primary Language
English
Subjects
Neonatology
Journal Section
Research Article
Publication Date
July 8, 2025
Submission Date
February 22, 2025
Acceptance Date
March 26, 2025
Published in Issue
Year 2025 Volume: 25 Number: 1
APA
Aslan, M. T., & Çelik, T. (2025). Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study. Çocuk Dergisi, 25(1), 44-51. https://doi.org/10.26650/jchild.2025.1645002
AMA
1.Aslan MT, Çelik T. Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study. Çocuk Dergisi. 2025;25(1):44-51. doi:10.26650/jchild.2025.1645002
Chicago
Aslan, Mustafa Törehan, and Tolga Çelik. 2025. “Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study”. Çocuk Dergisi 25 (1): 44-51. https://doi.org/10.26650/jchild.2025.1645002.
EndNote
Aslan MT, Çelik T (July 1, 2025) Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study. Çocuk Dergisi 25 1 44–51.
IEEE
[1]M. T. Aslan and T. Çelik, “Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study”, Çocuk Dergisi, vol. 25, no. 1, pp. 44–51, July 2025, doi: 10.26650/jchild.2025.1645002.
ISNAD
Aslan, Mustafa Törehan - Çelik, Tolga. “Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study”. Çocuk Dergisi 25/1 (July 1, 2025): 44-51. https://doi.org/10.26650/jchild.2025.1645002.
JAMA
1.Aslan MT, Çelik T. Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study. Çocuk Dergisi. 2025;25:44–51.
MLA
Aslan, Mustafa Törehan, and Tolga Çelik. “Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study”. Çocuk Dergisi, vol. 25, no. 1, July 2025, pp. 44-51, doi:10.26650/jchild.2025.1645002.
Vancouver
1.Mustafa Törehan Aslan, Tolga Çelik. Mapping the Scientific Output of Stem Cell Therapy in Neonates: A Bibliometric Study. Çocuk Dergisi. 2025 Jul. 1;25(1):44-51. doi:10.26650/jchild.2025.1645002