Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Ethnic Studies: Analyzing Scholarly Contributions and Public Engagement

Wirapong Chansanam; Lan Thi Nguyen; Chunqiu Li

doi:10.29333/ejecs/2477

Authors

Wirapong Chansanam Khon Kaen University https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5546-8485
Lan Thi Nguyen https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8848-2168
Chunqiu Li https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1520-1297

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29333/ejecs/2477

Keywords:

Ethnic disparities, bibliometric analysis, Content analysis, Altmetric Attention Score, interdisciplinary research, cultural policy

Abstract

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of ethnic groups research using a mixed-methods approach, integrating bibliometric analysis, content analysis, and Altmetric Attention Score (AAS) evaluation. The purpose is to identify dominant trends, emerging themes, and the societal impact of research on racial and ethnic disparities. The dataset from Scopus encompasses 16,615 publications spanning nearly eight decades, analyzed through performance metrics, citation patterns, and co-occurrence networks. Findings reveal an increasing scholarly focus on racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare, education, and socioeconomic outcomes, with significant contributions from interdisciplinary research. Content analysis of highly cited works highlights key themes such as intergroup contact theory, emotion regulation, implicit bias, and acculturation models. The AAS evaluation further underscores the broader societal influence of ethnic research beyond traditional academic citations. The study’s results emphasize the need for culturally sensitive policies and interdisciplinary collaborations to address persisting disparities. By leveraging advanced bibliometric tools and alternative impact metrics, this research offers actionable insights for policymakers, educators, and scholars, guiding future inquiries into the evolving landscape of ethnic groups research.

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Author Biographies

Wirapong Chansanam, Khon Kaen University

Wirapong Chansanam, Ph.D., is an experienced associate professor with a proven track record of working in information science. He earned his Ph.D. in Information Studies from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Thailand, in 2014. He is the Head of the Information Science Department and Chair of the Digital Humanities Research Group at Khon Kaen University. His research interests include information sciences, ontology, knowledge organization systems, data analytics, and linked open data.

Lan Thi Nguyen

Lan Thi Nguyen, Ph.D. is an assistant professor at the Department of Information Science, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Khon Kaen University, Thailand. Her research interests include digital services, marketing, digital literacy, scientific integrity, and information behavior.

Chunqiu Li

Chunqiu Li, Ph.D., is an associate professor at the School of Government, Beijing Normal University. She received her Ph.D. degree in information science from the University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan. Her research interests include digital library, digital humanities, information organization and metadata.

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