Research trends on resilient coastal cities

Natural and human-induced environmental challenges impose significant pressures on coastal areas and cities. In this context, the ability of cities to withstand, recover from, and adapt to these pressures has become increasingly important. This study aims to examine the research trends in the literature on resilient coastal cities, identifying knowledge gaps and potential research directions within the field. In addition, a total of 50 studies comprising the 25 most cited publications directly related to the topic and 25 recent publications from the last five years were analyzed through the five key dimensions of urban resilience: environmental, structural, socio-cultural, economic, and governance. The research includes a bibliometric analysis of studies published in the Web of Science database between 2008 and 2025 related to resilient coastal cities. Articles retrieved using the keyword “resilient coastal cities” were analyzed and visualized based on keywords, authors, countries, trends, connections, and collaborations. The findings reveal the core research themes, the methodologies employed, the most cited studies, and the evolution of resilience research. The results indicate a rapid increase in research on resilient coastal cities. By highlighting the significant contributions of the literature to coastal resilience strategies, this study serves as a valuable guide for coastal cities.