DefinePK

Abstract

This study explores the bibliometric dynamics, publication trends, and scholarly landscape of library services research in Pakistan from 1991 to 2023. It aimed to assess the growth, collaboration, and impact trends in Pakistani library services research. 449 documents were retrieved from the Scopus database and analyzed using the bibliometric analysis tool Biblioshiny. Findings have revealed significant growth in research output, collaborative endeavors, and international recognition of Pakistani scholarship. However, a disparity between the publication output and citation uptake after 2011 was identified, signaling a potential research gap. The study highlights leading sources, highly cited papers, prominent institutions, prolific authors, and trending topics shaping the discourse in this field. The conclusion underscores the need for continued investment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and responsive research efforts to ensure the relevance, visibility, and sustainability of library services research in Pakistan. Implications include informing policy, guiding academic institutions, enhancing professional development, fostering global collaboration, and identifying future research directions to address critical issues facing library services in Pakistan.