A bibliometric analysis of the 2023 Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes: trends, gaps, and policy implications

Sadık Varolgüneş ()
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Sadık Varolgüneş: Bingöl University

Natural Hazards: Journal of the International Society for the Prevention and Mitigation of Natural Hazards, 2025, vol. 121, issue 11, No 3, 12485 pages

Abstract: Abstract The 2023 Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes, which devastated southeastern Turkiye and northwestern Syria, have drawn significant academic attention, emphasizing the need for improved disaster preparedness and structural resilience in seismically active regions. This bibliometric study analyzes 577 scholarly documents from 2023 to 2025 to examine the seismic and structural implications, crisis management, and societal impacts of earthquakes. Using Biblioshiny and VOSViewer, the research identifies key themes, collaboration networks, and disciplinary contributions, particularly in geosciences, engineering, and public health. The study highlights the importance of revising building codes, enhancing construction practices, and conducting geotechnical investigations, especially in areas prone to liquefaction. It also identifies critical gaps in topics like dam safety, psychosocial support, and long-term crisis management. Additionally, the study underscores the growing role of AI-powered early warning systems and international collaborations in advancing earthquake research. These findings provide a roadmap for future interdisciplinary studies and policy recommendations to foster resilient communities and infrastructures.

Keywords: 2023 Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes; Bibliometric analysis; Seismic hazards; Structural resilience; Disaster preparedness; Risk mitigation policies; Site-specific hazard analysis; Research trends (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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