Mapping of seaweed research: A global perspective

Abstract

Seaweed is an important crop, which contributes to the national economy and society at large. The seaweed research is studied by systematic analysis and the flow of literature productivity is mapped using CD-ROM version of ASFA database over the period of nine years, 1988-1996. The study is analyzed on the quantum of research output, most productive institutions globally as well as India in terms of publications. This paper also analyses the choice of the journals, authorship pattern, and their productivity. Source and subject wise distribution of seaweed research literature are explored.