Universitas Padjadjaran, September 30, 2024 — A research team comprising lecturers and a student from the Library and Information Science (PSI) Study Program at Universitas Padjadjaran (UNPAD) has completed a significant study on digital cultural heritage. The research, titled “Bibliometric Mapping of Digital Heritage Research,” analyzes global trends in academic publications related to this topic over the past decade.
The research was led by lecturers Yunus Winoto and Ute Lies Siti Khadijah, along with student Najwa Auliana Hanifatunnisa. The background of the study is the importance of utilizing technology to preserve cultural and historical identity, a concept known as digital heritage. The objective was to understand the publication trends, authors, and dominant or emerging themes in this field.
Using a bibliometric approach, the research team analyzed data from the international database Scopus for the period 2014–2023. They used Biblioshiny and VOSviewer software to process and visualize data from publications using the keywords “digital heritage.”
The findings of the study reveal several significant points. Marc Aurel Schnabel and the journal Lecture Notes in Computer Science were identified as the most productive author and publication source, respectively. Additionally, countries such as the United Kingdom, Italy, and the United States were found to be leaders in this area of research.
The study also successfully identified frequently discussed themes, such as “digital heritage,” “cultural heritage,” and “virtual reality.” Interestingly, the research also uncovered emerging themes, including photogrammetry, architectural design, image reconstruction, and artificial intelligence. This indicates a shift in research focus towards applying cutting-edge technology in cultural preservation.
This publication provides valuable insights for academics, practitioners, and policymakers. The findings can be used as a guide for future research, decision-making, and even formulating laws related to the preservation of digital cultural heritage. The research’s contribution aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
The scientific article has been published in the Sinta 4 Journal, Artefak. It is hoped that this research will spark further discussion and collaboration on how to leverage technology to preserve global cultural heritage for future generations.
The publication results can be accessed via the following link: http://media.unpad.ac.id/files/publikasi/2025/rpm_20250128114012_2013.pdf
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