Mapping the Scientific Landscape of Lassa Virus: A 55-Year Bibliometric Study (1970–2025) (IMAGE)
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A 55-year bibliometric analysis of 1,566 Lassa virus publications reveals three distinct research phases (1970–2002, 2003–2014, 2015–2025), with original research dominating at 81.1%. While research trends focus on therapeutics, vaccines, and epidemiology, significant gaps remain in environmental factors influencing transmission. High-income nations lead international collaboration, yet only 20% of top authors are from endemic African countries, highlighting disparities in research capacity and underscoring the need for One Health approaches.
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Uwem Okon Edet, Clement Meseko, Md Zulfekar Ali, Edema Enogiomwan Imalele, Agusi Ebere Roseann, Aniekan-Augusta Okon Eyo, Bassey Edet, Olayinka Asala.
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