Bangladesh University of Textiles (BUTEX) produced 89 Web of Science-indexed publications in 2025, with 83.1% consisting of original research articles and 14.6% review articles, reflecting a strong emphasis on primary research while maintaining a notable review output. The university’s research is centered on Materials Science (Textiles), Environmental Sciences, Polymer Science, and Chemistry, highlighting its specialization in textile-related materials, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing. The publication portfolio includes a high proportion of Open Access (58 papers), enhancing global visibility. International collaboration was strongest with the USA, England, China, Türkiye, Australia, and India, while all publications included Bangladeshi affiliations. Research dissemination was led by major international publishers, particularly Elsevier, Wiley, and Springer Nature, which together accounted for more than half of the publications. The most productive researchers each contributed six publications, indicating a collaborative rather than highly concentrated authorship pattern. Overall, the 2025 output demonstrates BUTEX’s growing research strength in textile science, sustainable materials, and interdisciplinary engineering with increasing international engagement. Web of Science
The areas of research publication categories in the TreeMap:
Research contributions in the field:
| Categories | Record Count | % of 89 |
|---|---|---|
| Materials Science Textiles | 20 | 22.472% |
| Environmental Sciences | 14 | 15.730% |
| Materials Science Multidisciplinary | 14 | 15.730% |
| Polymer Science | 14 | 15.730% |
| Chemistry Multidisciplinary | 10 | 11.236% |
| Green Sustainable Science Technology | 9 | 10.112% |
| Engineering Environmental | 6 | 6.742% |
| Environmental Studies | 6 | 6.742% |
| Multidisciplinary Sciences | 6 | 6.742% |
| Chemistry Physical | 4 | 4.494% |
| Engineering Chemical | 4 | 4.494% |
| Chemistry Applied | 3 | 3.371% |
| Nanoscience Nanotechnology | 3 | 3.371% |
| Biochemistry Molecular Biology | 2 | 2.247% |
| Biotechnology Applied Microbiology | 2 | 2.247% |
| Computer Science Interdisciplinary Applications | 2 | 2.247% |
| Engineering Multidisciplinary | 2 | 2.247% |
| Management | 2 | 2.247% |
| Materials Science Paper Wood | 2 | 2.247% |
| Operations Research Management Science | 2 | 2.247% |
| Physics Applied | 2 | 2.247% |
| Business | 1 | 1.124% |
| Chemistry Analytical | 1 | 1.124% |
| Chemistry Organic | 1 | 1.124% |
| Computer Science Software Engineering | 1 | 1.124% |
Research areas:
Types of published documents:
| Types | Record Count | % of 89 |
|---|---|---|
| Article | 74 | 83.146% |
| Review Article | 13 | 14.607% |
| Early Access | 3 | 3.371% |
| Correction | 1 | 1.124% |
| Retraction | 1 | 1.124% |
Authors’ infographic (Top 25):
Researcher profiles (Top 25):
| Researchers | Record Count | % of 89 |
|---|---|---|
| BABAARSLAN, OSMAN | 6 | 6.742% |
| Nabi, Md. Nurun | 6 | 6.742% |
| Habib CText FTI, Ahsan | 6 | 6.742% |
| Rahman, Mohammad Jellur | 4 | 4.494% |
| Ullah, M. Hedayet | 4 | 4.494% |
| Uddin, Ahmed Jalal | 4 | 4.494% |
| Bedoura, Sultana | 4 | 4.494% |
| Dip, Tanvir Mahady | 4 | 4.494% |
| Rashid, Mohammad Rafiqur | 4 | 4.494% |
| Tushar, Saifur Rahman | 4 | 4.494% |
| Kabir, Shekh Md. Mamun | 4 | 4.494% |
| Al Mamun, Md Abdullah | 4 | 4.494% |
| Koh, Joonseok | 3 | 3.371% |
| Rahman, Mustafijur | 3 | 3.371% |
| Fahim, Monabbir Rafsan | 3 | 3.371% |
| Hossain, Md Anwar | 3 | 3.371% |
| Dulal, Marzia | 3 | 3.371% |
| Islam, Md Azharul | 3 | 3.371% |
| Hosen, MdMohaddesh | 3 | 3.371% |
| Rayhan, Md. Golam Sarower | 3 | 3.371% |
| Baykal, Pınar Duru | 2 | 2.247% |
| Chowdhury, Samiul Islam | 2 | 2.247% |
| Padhye, Rajiv | 2 | 2.247% |
| Houshyar, Shadi | 2 | 2.247% |
| Islam, Tarikul | 2 | 2.247% |
Research-affiliated institutes:
Research collaboration countries:
| Countries/Regions | Record Count | % of 89 |
|---|---|---|
| BANGLADESH | 89 | 100.000% |
| USA | 14 | 15.730% |
| ENGLAND | 12 | 13.483% |
| PEOPLES R CHINA | 11 | 12.360% |
| TURKIYE | 8 | 8.989% |
| AUSTRALIA | 6 | 6.742% |
| INDIA | 6 | 6.742% |
| SAUDI ARABIA | 4 | 4.494% |
| MALAYSIA | 3 | 3.371% |
| SOUTH KOREA | 3 | 3.371% |
| JAPAN | 2 | 2.247% |
| AUSTRIA | 1 | 1.124% |
| INDONESIA | 1 | 1.124% |
| IRAN | 1 | 1.124% |
| LITHUANIA | 1 | 1.124% |
| PAKISTAN | 1 | 1.124% |
| SINGAPORE | 1 | 1.124% |
| THAILAND | 1 | 1.124% |
Sustainable Development Goals:
Web of Science Index:
Research highlights of BUTEX:
| Types | Results |
|---|---|
| Review Article | 13 |
| Early Access | 3 |
| Open Access | 58 |
| Enriched Cited References | 47 |
| Open Publisher-Invited Reviews | 3 |
Citation Index:
Publishers:
| Publishers | Record Count | % of 89 |
|---|---|---|
| Elsevier | 18 | 20.225% |
| Wiley | 17 | 19.101% |
| Springer Nature | 14 | 15.730% |
| Sage | 8 | 8.989% |
| Emerald Group Publishing | 6 | 6.742% |
| MDPI | 5 | 5.618% |
| Public Library Science | 4 | 4.494% |
| Royal Society of Chemistry | 3 | 3.371% |
| Taylor & Francis | 3 | 3.371% |
| University of Ljubljana Press | 3 | 3.371% |
| American Chemical Society | 2 | 2.247% |
| KeAi Publishing Ltd | 2 | 2.247% |
| Korean Fiber Society | 2 | 2.247% |
| AIP Publishing | 1 | 1.124% |
| University of Zielona Góra Press | 1 | 1.124% |
Funding Agencies:
Observations:
- Textile and materials science dominate the research portfolio, with Materials Science–Textiles accounting for 22.5% of all publications, reinforcing BUTEX’s core institutional specialization.
- International collaboration is broad, involving at least 17 countries, with the USA, England, China, and Türkiye emerging as the leading research partners.
- Publication quality and visibility are strong, as most papers were published by globally recognized publishers such as Elsevier, Wiley, and Springer Nature, alongside a substantial Open Access presence.
Questions:
- How can BUTEX further expand research into emerging areas such as smart textiles, wearable technologies, and circular textile systems?
- What strategies can increase collaboration with leading global textile research institutions to improve research impact and citation performance?
- How can the university translate its strong materials and environmental research into industrial innovation, patents, and technology commercialization?
The 2025 publication profile indicates that BUTEX is strengthening its position as Bangladesh’s leading specialized textile research university. Continued investment in interdisciplinary research, international partnerships, and innovation-driven projects could further enhance its global academic reputation and industrial impact.
