A Scientometric Analysis of Research Trends in IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials: A Decade Review (2015–2024)

This study presents a scientometric analysis of research trends published in IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials during the period 2015–2024. The analysis examines publication growth, citation patterns, authorship trends, collaborative networks, and emerging research themes based on a total of 1005 citations. Bibliometric indicators such as citation distribution, highly productive authors, influential institutions, and core research areas were analyzed to understand the journal’s scholarly impact. The findings reveal a steady increase in research output and citation influence, highlighting the journal’s significant role in advancing communication technologies. Key thematic trends include wireless communication, 5G/6G networks, Internet of Things (IoT), network security, and artificial intelligence–driven communication systems. The study demonstrates strong international collaboration and growing interdisciplinary research contributions. Overall, the results indicate that IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials has maintained high research visibility and impact over the decade, serving as a leading platform for comprehensive survey research in communication and networking domains.