Growth trend and Collaborative Patterns of Diabetes Research in India: A Scientometric Insight

Abstract

This study provides a detailed analysis of diabetes research in India from 2015 to 2025. It uses data on publications and citations to examine trends in research growth, key institutions involved, authorship, and international collaboration. A total of 15,443 publications were studied, showing a significant annual growth rate of 20. 68%. Most of the research involves multiple authors, with collaborative papers making up over 97% of the total output. Major contributors  include  institutions  like  CSIR,  AIIMS,  ICMR,  and  PGIMER. The study highlights that the USA and UK are the main international partners. It points out India's increasing visibility in global diabetes research and identifies emerging trends and challenges in this field. Indicators such as publication volume, collaboration levels, and authorship patterns show a rise in research activity. The findings stress the importance of ongoing collaboration between institutions and countries to enhance diabetes research efforts in India. The overall analysis indicates that India is playing a growing role in the international diabetes research landscape.