A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF GERONTECHNOLOGY: LITERATURE TRENDS, CITATION DYNAMICS, AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVES

Abstract

This study examines academic trends within the gerontechnology literature by evaluating core themes, author collaborations, and scientific contributions across countries. A bibliometric analysis was conducted using data retrieved from the Web of Science database and visualized through VOSviewer software. The study identifies prominent themes and influential authors in gerontechnology research, while also mapping the structure of scientific collaborations among countries and institutions. The findings indicate that countries such as China, the United States, and Malaysia have made significant contributions to the field, with institutions like Hong Kong City University and Monash University hosting high-impact research. Keyword analysis reveals that terms such as "aging," "assistive technology," "quality of life," and "health promotion" demonstrate the strongest linkages, frequently associated with concepts like "cognitive health," "fall prevention," and "enhancing quality of life." Recent research highlights the growing multidisciplinary nature of gerontechnology, offering researchers meaningful insights and broadening its academic relevance. Moreover, studies focused on developing technological solutions to promote the independence of older adults present valuable resources for both academic and industry stakeholders. By providing a comprehensive overview of the current literature, this study aims to guide future research in gerontechnology and support the development of strategic approaches to better address the evolving needs of aging populations.

Keywords

• gerontechnology
• older adults
• technology
• ethics
• bibliometrics

GERONTEKNOLOJİNİN BİBLİYOMETRİK ANALİZİ: LİTRATÜR TRENDLERİ, ATIF DİNAMİKLERİ VE GELECEK PERSPEKTİFLERİ

Abstract

Bu çalışma, ülkeler arasında temel temaları, yazar iş birliklerini ve bilimsel katkıları değerlendirerek geronteknoloji literatüründeki akademik eğilimleri inceler. Web of Science veri tabanından alınan ve VOSviewer yazılımıyla görselleştirilen veriler kullanılarak bibliyometrik bir analiz yürütülmüştür. Çalışma, geronteknoloji araştırmalarındaki önemli temaları ve etkili yazarları belirlerken, ülkeler ve kurumlar arasındaki bilimsel iş birliklerinin yapısını da haritalamaktadır. Bulgular, Çin, Amerika Birleşik Devletleri ve Malezya gibi ülkelerin alana önemli katkılarda bulunduğunu ve Hong Kong Şehir Üniversitesi ve Monash Üniversitesi gibi kurumların yüksek etkili araştırmalara ev sahipliği yaptığını göstermektedir. Anahtar kelimeler analizi, "yaşlanma", "destekleyici teknoloji", "yaşam kalitesi" ve "sağlık promosyonu" gibi terimlerin, sıklıkla "bilişsel sağlık", "düşme önleme" ve "yaşam kalitesini artırma" gibi kavramlarla ilişkilendirilen en güçlü bağlantıları gösterdiğini ortaya koymaktadır. Son araştırmalar, geronteknolojinin giderek artan disiplinler arası doğasını vurgulayarak araştırmacılara anlamlı içgörüler sunmakta ve akademik önemini genişletmektedir. Ayrıca, yaşlı yetişkinlerin bağımsızlığını desteklemek için teknolojik çözümler geliştirmeye odaklanan çalışmalar hem akademik hem de endüstri paydaşları için değerli kaynaklar sunmaktadır. Mevcut literatürün kapsamlı bir genel görünümünü sağlayarak, bu çalışma geronteknolojideki gelecekteki araştırmalara rehberlik etmeyi ve yaşlanan nüfusların değişen ihtiyaçlarını daha iyi karşılamak için stratejik yaklaşımların geliştirilmesini desteklemeyi amaçlamaktadır.

Keywords

• geronteknoloji
• yaşlı yetişkinler
• teknoloji
• etik
• bibliyometri

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