Bibliometric analysis of induced pluripotent stem cells and brain ischemia

This bibliometric analysis investigates the advancements in the use of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) for ischemia, offering valuable insights for future research directions. Relevant literature was sourced from the Web of Science Core Collection, focusing on iPSCs and ischemia. The research trends were analyzed using VOSviewer 1.6.18, Pajek, Microsoft Excel 2019, and an online bibliometric analysis platform. A total of 58 publications on iPSCs and ischemia were identified, with "stroke" emerging as the most frequently used keyword. Research contributions came from 30 countries and regions, with China and the United States leading the field, each contributing 15 publications, followed by Japan. The institutions with the highest number of publications were Sun Yat-Sen University, Emory University, and Zhejiang University. Among the most prolific authors were Gu Xiaohuan and Wei Ling, while Song Mingkai was the most frequently cited author, averaging 40 citations per paper. The journal Frontiers in Neurology had the highest number of publications (3), and Stem Cells was the most cited journal, with an average of 4.00 citations per article. This study provides a thorough overview of the current state of research on iPSCs and brain ischemia. While the number of publications in this field has gradually decreased over the past decade, the application of iPSCs continues to offer promising new approaches for the clinical treatment of brain ischemia.