Exploring the knowledge development trajectories of the supply chain finance domain: a main path analysis

Yu, Dejian; Sheng, Libo

doi:10.1108/ijlm-05-2020-0207

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“…Several fields have successfully utilized co-word analysis (Liu et al, 2011;Ouyang et al, 2018;Rejeb et al, 2023;Rejeb et al, 2022a), giving credence to the assumption that the chosen keywords can effectively encapsulate the primary content of papers. Consistent with previous research (Yu and Sheng, 2021), we performed co-word analysis to comprehend the research paradigm of the CF knowledge domain. Chen et al (2019) highlight the prevalence of citation-based analyses such as co-citation analysis, bibliographic coupling analysis, and MPA in identifying the intellectual structure and development paths of a domain through the information contained in citations.…”

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“…Conceptually, the local main path refers to the most frequently co-cited articles within a specific cluster, while the global main path refers to the most highly cited articles across the entire network. By analyzing these main paths, researchers can gain insights into the most influential ideas and concepts within a particular research field (Yu and Sheng, 2021). This study used a citation network technique explained by Liu and Lu (2012) to construct the main path and weight the citation network.…”

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“…, 2022a), giving credence to the assumption that the chosen keywords can effectively encapsulate the primary content of papers. Consistent with previous research (Yu and Sheng, 2021), we performed co-word analysis to comprehend the research paradigm of the CF knowledge domain.…”

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Navigating the crowdfunding landscape: a study of knowledge trajectories based on main path analysis

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PurposeCrowdfunding (CF) has become an increasingly popular means of financing for entrepreneurs and has attracted significant attention from both researchers and practitioners in recent years. The purpose of this study is to investigate the core content and knowledge diffusion paths in the CF field. Specifically, we aim to identify the main topics and themes that have emerged in this field and to trace the evolution of CF knowledge over time.Design/methodology/approachThis study employs co-word clustering and main path analysis (MPA) to examine the historical development of CF research based on 1,528 journal articles retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection database.FindingsThe results of the analysis reveal that CF research focuses on seven themes: sustainability, entrepreneurial finance, entrepreneurship, fintech, social entrepreneurship, social capital, and microcredits. The analysis of the four main paths reveals that equity CF has been the dominant topic in the past years. Recently, CF research has tended to focus on topics such as fintech, the COVID-19 pandemic, competition, Brexit, and policy response.Originality/valueTo the authors' best knowledge, this is the first attempt to explore knowledge diffusion dynamics in the CF field. Overall, the study offers a structure for analyzing the paths through which knowledge is diffused, enabling scholars to effectively manage a large volume of research papers and gain a deeper understanding of the historical, current, and future trends in the development of CF.

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“…Therefore, the position of these articles still needs to be evaluated with the passage of time and the publication of more articles on the topic. Overall, the global main path aims to offer a different angle to the overview of the CE domain while not meant to be comprehensive [ 179 ]. Indeed, several important papers are missing from this path, and this shortcoming can be addressed by the previous local main paths and key-route main path.…”

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Examining Knowledge Diffusion in the Circular Economy Domain: a Main Path Analysis

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Zailani

et al. 2022

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The circular economy (CE) field has recently attracted significant interest from academics and practitioners. CE represents a departure from the linear economy, which is characterised by unsustainable resource production and consumption. The growing number of publications necessitates a comprehensive analysis of this field. This is the first systematic examination of the knowledge base and knowledge diffusion pathways in the CE domain. We analyse a Web of Science dataset containing 5431 articles published between 1970 and 2020. To create a comprehensive review of the CE domain, we conducted a keyword co-occurrence network analysis. We examined four distinct types of main paths using the main path analysis (MPA) technique: forward, backward, global, and key-route. According to the analyses, CE research focuses on six primary research themes: CE and sustainability, bioeconomy, CE practices, lifecycle assessment and industrial symbiosis, construction activities, and waste management. In addition, the MPA demonstrates that the CE literature has recently focused on Industry 4.0 technologies and their contribution to CE. This is the first attempt to depict the genealogy of CE research so that scholars can comprehend the domain’s evolutionary structure, identify hot topics, and capture the history, development status, and potential future directions of CE research.

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“…By analyzing the patterns of keyword occurrences and the connections between different research topics, co-word analysis can reveal unexplored or underresearched areas in IF (Law et al, 2005). Similarly, MPA could trace the development of critical ideas over time, highlighting how certain concepts have evolved and influenced the field (Yu and Sheng, 2021). This approach enhances the understanding of IF's current research landscape and guides future research directions, ensuring a more comprehensive field exploration.…”

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Tracing knowledge diffusion flows in Islamic finance research: a main path analysis

Rejeb,

Zailani

2024

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Purpose This study aims to address the noted gap in comprehensive overviews detailing the developmental trajectory of Islamic finance (IF) as an interdisciplinary academic field. Design/methodology/approach The study introduces a unique approach using the combined methodologies of co-word analysis and main path analysis (MPA) by examining a broad collection of IF research articles. Findings The investigation identifies dominant themes and foundational works that have influenced the IF discipline. The data reveals prominent areas such as Shariah governance, financial resilience, ethical dimensions and customer-centric frameworks. The MPA offers detailed insights, narrating a journey from the foundational principles of IF to its current challenges and opportunities. This journey covers harmonizing religious beliefs with contemporary financial models, changes in regulatory landscapes and the continuous effort to align with broader socioeconomic aspirations. Emerging areas of interest include using new technologies in IF, standardizing global Islamic banking and assessing its socioeconomic effects on broader populations. Originality/value This study represents a pioneering effort to map out and deepen the understanding of the IF field, highlighting its dynamic evolution and suggesting potential avenues for future academic exploration.

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Exploring the knowledge development trajectories of the supply chain finance domain: a main path analysis

Cited by 8 publications

References 70 publications

Navigating the crowdfunding landscape: a study of knowledge trajectories based on main path analysis

Navigating the crowdfunding landscape: a study of knowledge trajectories based on main path analysis

Examining Knowledge Diffusion in the Circular Economy Domain: a Main Path Analysis

Tracing knowledge diffusion flows in Islamic finance research: a main path analysis

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