Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University (MBSTU) continues to make significant strides in research, particularly in Materials Science, Chemistry, and Environmental Sciences. As of 2024, MBSTU’s presence in Web of Science indexes has grown, particularly in the Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED) and Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), solidifying its reputation in global research. The university’s top contributions are in multidisciplinary fields, with a notable impact in Materials Science and Chemistry. MBSTU’s research publications in these areas are widely disseminated through high-impact journals from publishers like Elsevier and Springer Nature. Its research collaborations span Bangladesh and internationally, with strong ties to universities in the USA, Japan, Saudi Arabia, and other countries. With over 70% of its publications in open access and enriched citation references, MBSTU’s research output is accessible to a broader audience. As Web of Science 2024 continues to be a platform for cutting-edge research, MBSTU’s contributions further demonstrate its global academic presence. Web of Science
The leading areas of research publication categories in the TreeMap:
Major contributions in the field include (leading 25):
| Categories | Record Count | % of 75 |
|---|---|---|
| Materials Science Multidisciplinary | 11 | 14.667% |
| Chemistry Physical | 8 | 10.667% |
| Multidisciplinary Sciences | 8 | 10.667% |
| Environmental Sciences | 7 | 9.333% |
| Chemistry Multidisciplinary | 6 | 8.000% |
| Nanoscience Nanotechnology | 6 | 8.000% |
| Chemistry Analytical | 4 | 5.333% |
| Food Science Technology | 4 | 5.333% |
| Optics | 4 | 5.333% |
| Biochemistry Molecular Biology | 3 | 4.000% |
| Materials Science Textiles | 3 | 4.000% |
| Physics Applied | 3 | 4.000% |
| Physics Atomic Molecular Chemical | 3 | 4.000% |
| Physics Condensed Matter | 3 | 4.000% |
| Polymer Science | 3 | 4.000% |
| Public Environmental Occupational Health | 3 | 4.000% |
| Business | 2 | 2.667% |
| Computer Science Artificial Intelligence | 2 | 2.667% |
| Computer Science Interdisciplinary Applications | 2 | 2.667% |
| Engineering Chemical | 2 | 2.667% |
| Management | 2 | 2.667% |
| Materials Science Coatings Films | 2 | 2.667% |
| Physics Multidisciplinary | 2 | 2.667% |
| Plant Sciences | 2 | 2.667% |
| Social Sciences Interdisciplinary | 2 | 2.667% |
Research areas:
Types of published documents:
Authors information (25):
| Authors | Record Count |
|---|---|
| Islam MS | 9 |
| Piya AA | 6 |
| Shamim SUD | 6 |
| Ahmed T | 5 |
| Bashar MM | 5 |
| Begum ZA | 4 |
| Hossain MS | 4 |
| Idris AM | 4 |
| Islam T | 4 |
| Rahman IMM | 4 |
| Ripon RI | 4 |
| Uddin MM | 4 |
| Uddin MN | 4 |
| Uddin MS | 4 |
| Ahmed S | 3 |
| Alim MA | 3 |
| Begum R | 3 |
| Bhat G | 3 |
| Hasan MR | 3 |
| Hossain MA | 3 |
| Ibrahim KA | 3 |
| Islam MA | 3 |
| Islam MJ | 3 |
| Ismail Z | 3 |
| Karim MR | 3 |
Researcher profiles (25):
Research affiliations of MBSTU with other universities and institutes (Leading 25):
| Affiliations | Record Count | % of 75 |
|---|---|---|
| Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University | 71 | 94.667% |
| Jashore University of Science and Technology | 8 | 10.667% |
| University of Dhaka | 5 | 6.667% |
| University of Rajshahi | 5 | 6.667% |
| Daffodil International University | 4 | 5.333% |
| Fukushima University | 4 | 5.333% |
| Jahangirnagar University | 4 | 5.333% |
| King Khalid University | 4 | 5.333% |
| Patuakhali Science and Technology University | 4 | 5.333% |
| University of Georgia | 4 | 5.333% |
| University System of Georgia | 4 | 5.333% |
| Bangladesh Army International University of Science and Technology | 3 | 4.000% |
| Jagannath University | 3 | 4.000% |
| Najran University | 3 | 4.000% |
| Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | 3 | 4.000% |
| University of Chittagong | 3 | 4.000% |
| Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (BSMRAU) | 2 | 2.667% |
| Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University | 2 | 2.667% |
| Bangladesh Jute Research Institute (BJRI) | 2 | 2.667% |
| Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) | 2 | 2.667% |
| Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET) | 2 | 2.667% |
| Ehime University | 2 | 2.667% |
| Khwaja Yunus Ali University | 2 | 2.667% |
| King Saud University | 2 | 2.667% |
| Kumamoto University | 2 | 2.667% |
Research collaboration countries (Number):
- Bangladesh – 75
- USA – 12
- Japan – 11
- Saudi Arabia – 10
- Australia – 8
- Malaysia – 6
- People’s Republic of China – 5
- England – 3
- India – 2
- Canada – 1
- Egypt – 1
- Italy – 1
- Kazakhstan – 1
- Netherlands – 1
- Pakistan – 1
- Russia – 1
- Singapore – 1
- South Korea – 1
- Thailand – 1
- Yemen – 1
Conference titles:
| Titles | Record Count |
|---|---|
| 3rd International Conference on Computing and Machine Intelligence (ICMI) | 1 |
| 7th International Conference on the Development in the Renewable Energy Technology (ICDRET) | 1 |
The publishers:
- Elsevier – 27 (36.000%)
- Springer Nature – 7 (9.333%)
- Taylor & Francis – 7 (9.333%)
- Wiley – 6 (8.000%)
- Royal Society of Chemistry – 4 (5.333%)
- MDPI – 3 (4.000%)
- AIP Publishing – 2 (2.667%)
- American Chemical Society – 2 (2.667%)
- Frontiers Media SA – 2 (2.667%)
- IEEE – 2 (2.667%)
- Nature Portfolio – 2 (2.667%)
- Electrochemical Society Inc – 1 (1.333%)
- Emerald Group Publishing – 1 (1.333%)
- Korean Fiber Society – 1 (1.333%)
- Korean Society of Food Science & Technology (KOSFOST) – 1 (1.333%)
- North University Center Baia Mare – 1 (1.333%)
- Optica Publishing Group – 1 (1.333%)
- Oriental Scientific Publishing Co – 1 (1.333%)
- Royal Society of London – 1 (1.333%)
- SAGE – 1 (1.333%)
- Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities – 1 (1.333%)
- Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications – 1 (1.333%)
Web of Science Index:
| Index | Record Count | % of 75 |
|---|---|---|
| Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED) | 58 | 77.333% |
| Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) | 15 | 20.000% |
| Conference Proceedings Citation Index – Science (CPCI-S) | 2 | 2.667% |
| Conference Proceedings Citation Index – Social Science & Humanities (CPCI-SSH) | 1 | 1.333% |
| Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) | 1 | 1.333% |
Research Highlights of MBSTU:
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Review Article | 3 |
| Early Access | 3 |
| Open Access | 36 |
| Enriched Cited References | 50 |
| Open Publisher-Invited Reviews | 1 |
Observations:
- Web of Science Impact in 2024: MBSTU has strengthened its research impact in Web of Science, particularly in SCI-EXPANDED, with 58 out of 75 publications indexed, contributing to the university’s growing global influence.
- Open Access and Visibility: A significant portion of MBSTU’s research (48%) is available as Open Access, allowing wider dissemination and greater visibility among the global research community.
- Cross-border Collaboration: The university’s international collaborations in 2024 continue to thrive, with partnerships spanning key global institutions and contributing to MBSTU’s increasing presence in prominent journals.
Questions:
- What specific initiatives can MBSTU implement to further enhance its research footprint in emerging Web of Science indexes like ESCI and CPCI-S in 2024 and beyond?
- How can MBSTU increase its research citation impact in global databases, especially considering its strong publication output in the open-access category?
- In what ways can MBSTU foster stronger interdisciplinary research collaborations to boost its presence in newer fields such as Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Development?
*** This is a summary of research publications from MBSTU in 2024, based on data from Web of Science. ***
