Bibliometric mapping of the contribution of African optometry researchers to ophthalmic literature

African optometry researchers have demonstrated increasing productivity and contribution to ophthalmic research. However, relevance and accessibility drive journal selection more than impact metrics alone, highlighting the need to bridge the gap between research visibility and global recognition.

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Clinical and Experimental Optometry
Published
2026-01-06
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/08164622.2025.2601299
Citations
2
Primary Topic
Ophthalmology and Visual Health Research
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article
Field-Weighted Citation Impact
45.10
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Bibliometric mapping of the contribution of African optometry researchers to ophthalmic literature

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Abstract

African optometry researchers have demonstrated increasing productivity and contribution to ophthalmic research. However, relevance and accessibility drive journal selection more than impact metrics alone, highlighting the need to bridge the gap between research visibility and global recognition.

Clinical and Experimental OptometryVol. 109(2)
University of Cape Coast (GH)
Decent work and economic growth
Openalex Percentile: Top 0%
Ophthalmology and Visual Health Research
45.10
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