Bibliometric analysis of winter meteorological dynamics and atmospheric pollution under climate change conditions

Abstract

This study aims to systematically evaluate the evolution of scientific research on the impacts of climate change on winter meteorological events and atmospheric pollution through a bibliometric analysis. Utilizing data from the Scopus database and the Bibliometrix package in R, the analysis investigates publication trends, international collaboration, and thematic developments from 1980 to 2024. The objectives are to identify key research areas, influential contributors, and emerging patterns within this interdisciplinary field. Results indicate a strong and sustained growth in scholarly output, with an annual increase of 12.48% and an average of 43.28 citations per publication, reflecting the rising global interest and relevance of this topic. Collaboration networks reveal robust partnerships among researchers from the United States, China, and Europe, though regional disparities persist—particularly in Eastern Europe. Thematic clustering and multiple correspondence analysis (MCA) identify three dominant research areas: statistically driven climate studies, investigations of seasonal weather dynamics, and analyses of extreme winter events. The findings highlight the field’s intellectual structure and underscore the need for expanded international cooperation and increased research efforts in underrepresented regions. This analysis provides valuable insights for future research and policymaking in the field of climate and atmospheric sciences