Workshop Features

• Grasp the Fundamentals of Bibliometric and Systematic Reviews.
• Develop well-defined, researchable questions.
• Conduct efficient literature searches using academic databases.
• Learn about the latest tools (VOSviewer, R) and software used in bibliometric research.
• Come up with an Idea, Go with the Manuscript - understand the process of writing papers from Ideation to submission.
• Completely Practical.
• Sample Article Draft, Essential Software, Study Materials.

Organized by:

LM Thapar School of Management, and Central Library, TIET, Patiala

Convenor:

Dr Inderjit Kaur, Associate Professor and Associate Dean (Research), LM Thapar School of Management, TIET

Co-Convenor:

Dr. Shri Ram, Librarian, TIET Patiala

Dr Sakshi Bathla, Assistant Professor, LM Thapar School of Management, TIET

About the Workshop

The Workshop on Writing & Publishing Bibliometric & Systematic Review Papers addresses a critical need in today’s competitive academic environment. As research outputs increased exponentially, the ability to synthesize existing knowledge through systematic reviews and bibliometric analyses has become essential for scholars. These methods enable researchers to identify trends, gaps, research problems, and impactful studies within their fields, enhancing the quality and relevance of their work. The session offers practical guidance on framing research questions, selecting databases, using bibliometric tools, applying systematic review methodologies, and targeting suitable journals. By the end of the workshop, attendees will have a solid manuscript draft and the skills to refine and publish it. The workshop equips participants with the necessary skills to produce high-impact articles, boosting their academic visibility and contribution to evidence-based knowledge, which is increasingly demanded by top-tier journals and funding bodies.

For Whom It Is

• Researchers
• Academicians
• Graduate students from various disciplines interested in mastering advanced literature review techniques

The subject Domain may include.

• Social sciences
• Health sciences
• Engineering, and business, where systematic reviews and bibliometric studies are crucial for summarizing existing research and identifying trends.
• Librarians and information professionals who support research initiatives will also benefit from learning these methods.

Contents

BIBLIOMETRIC & SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Overview of Bibliometric & Systematic Reviews

Why Bibliometric Studies & Systematic Reviews

Deriving suitable topics for Bibliometric and Systematic Reviews

DATABASES FOR BIBLIOMETRIC STUDIES & Systematic Reviews

Database Search Techniques & Strategies

Data Collection & Preparing for Bibliometric and Systematic Review

Understanding PRISMA Model

TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES

Excel Tools for Data Analysis

Tools for Data Cleaning

VOS Viewer Tool for Bibliometric Analysis

BiblioMetrix Tool for Bibliometric Analysis

Charting, Table, Graph

AI Tools for Systematic Review

WRITING AND DRAFTING MANUSCRIPT

Designing Article Template

Content Development

Writing Different Sections

Interpretation of Results, Discussion & Conclusion

Reference Management

PUBLICATION ETHICS, PLAGIARISM, COPYRIGHT

Ethical Consideration

Copyright

Plagiarism

Journal Selection for Publication