Mapping Research Trends and Collaborations in Sustainable Development Goals: A Bibliometric Analysis

The present study is a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to represent existing research developments and collaborations within Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As the world is witnessing an ever-increasing importance attached with the United Nations' SDG framework, understanding SDG-related research is essential for guiding future studies and policymaking. This study utilizes bibliometric methods on dataset retrieved from Scopus database covering publications over a decade from 2015 to 2024. The data size included 578 articles from Scopus database by employing PRISMA guidelines. The study utilizes co-citation, co-authorship, and keyword analyses to uncover influential publications, leading institutions, and examines regional collaborations. Key findings of the study reveal emerging research trends, with significant growth in topics related to climate action (SDG 13), sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11), and responsible consumption and production (SDG 12). The analysis further stresses the rise in interdisciplinary and international collaborations, revealing contributions by authors across various fields. From the analysis, it was revealed that Europe, North America, and Asia lead in publication output and international partnerships, which reflects a global effort to tackle sustainability related challenges. The findings of this study offer valuable insights to policymakers, academicians, and practitioners through a revelation of the state of SDG research, popular themes, and collaborative opportunities. By mapping these developments, the study supports the effective distribution of resources and the identification of key partnerships necessary to move progressively toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.