
A Bibliometric Analysis of Publications Concerning Artificial Intelligence in Information Science and Library Science
Chapter from the book:
Koç,
O.
(ed.)
2025.
Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Management: Innovative Applications for Health, Education, and Society.
Synopsis
This study presents a bibliometric analysis of academic research on artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of Information Science and Library Science. A total of 1,457 articles indexed in the "Information Science & Library Science" category of the Web of Science database between 1991 and 2024 were analyzed. Data analysis was conducted using the bibliometrix package on the R Studio platform. Visualization processes, including collaboration networks, keyword analyses, and thematic evolution were performed using the VOSviewer tool.
The findings reveal that the significance of AI in this field has grown rapidly, particularly after 2020. The United States and China stand out as the most productive countries, with collaboration and citation networks reflecting strong global interactions. Additionally, collaboration network analyses highlight the impact of multinational partnerships. Keyword analysis underscores the interdisciplinary nature of AI and its transformative role in information management processes. By detailing the structure of scientific communication in the field, this study provides a comprehensive framework that can guide future research.