Research Progress in Biodiversity and Human Well-Being, Based on CiteSpace
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School of Geographical Sciences, Fujian Normal University, Fuzhou 350117, China
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State Key Laboratory for Subtropical Mountain Ecology of the Ministry of Science and Technology and Fujian Province, Fujian Normal University, Fuzhou 350117, China
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Biology 2024, 13(12), 1020; https://doi.org/10.3390/biology13121020
Submission received: 8 November 2024
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Revised: 4 December 2024
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Accepted: 5 December 2024
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Published: 6 December 2024
(This article belongs to the Section Conservation Biology and Biodiversity)
Simple Summary
Biodiversity is crucial to human well-being and economic prosperity. This study focuses on the literature related to biodiversity and human well-being, employing bibliometric analysis methods to trace the evolution of research hotspots from 1997 to 2024, thereby clarifying the frontiers and developmental trends in this field. The results indicate that strengthening international cooperation in relevant research, focusing on ecosystem diversity, species diversity, and genetic diversity, and engaging in national park protection, climate change response, and urban green space management are essential. This study aims to provide a scientific basis for conducting research on biodiversity and human well-being, thereby offering theoretical support for advancing the harmonious coexistence of humans and nature.
Abstract
Biodiversity is crucial for human well-being and economic prosperity, representing a significant factor in constructing a global community of life on Earth. This study focuses on 4453 articles indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection, employing the visualization analysis software Citespace 6.2.R7 for bibliometric analysis of research related to biodiversity and human well-being. The findings indicate the following: (1) there is a steady increase in publications on biodiversity and human well-being, covering 167 disciplinary fields, indicating a broad research scope; (2) the literature spans 168 countries and regions, with major contributions from the United States, England, Germany, Australia, and China; (3) COSTANZA R is the most cited author in this field, with Science being the most recognized journal; and (4) current research hot topics include ecosystem services, genetic diversity, marine protected areas, nature-based solutions (NbS), and green spaces, while climate change, urban green space management, and national park system development are identified as important emerging directions. This study, grounded in significant global literature, aims to enrich the breadth and depth of research on biodiversity and human well-being, offering feasibility references for constructing theoretical frameworks in biodiversity studies and providing theoretical guidance for promoting modern harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
