A Bibliometric Analysis of Malaysian Journal of Library and Information Science: 2007-2015

Abstract

This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the Malaysian Journal of Library and Information Science (MJLIS) across three distinct timeframes: 1996–2000, 2001–2006, and 2007–2015. By examining 270 articles, the research identifies evolving trends in publication volume, authorship patterns, geographical distribution, and citation behaviors. Findings reveal a steady increase in total publications and a significant shift toward collaborative authorship, with double authorship becoming the most prevalent pattern by 2015. Malaysia and India remain the primary contributing nations, though the journal has seen increasing international diversity from countries like Iran and Thailand. Citation analysis indicates a substantial growth in the number of references per article and a notable rise in both author and journal self-citation rates in recent years. The study concludes that MJLIS has matured into a significant regional hub for library and information science research, characterized by longer, more deeply referenced, and increasingly collaborative scholarly outputs.