A bibliometric study of papers published in Islamic research during 2020-2022.

This bibliometric study aims to analyze the research output and trends in the field of Islamic research between 2020 and 2022. Using the Scopus database, a total of 6269 articles were identified for inclusion in this study, all of which contain the keywords "Islamic AND Islam" in the title, abstract, and keywords. The study employed bibliometric techniques to identify the most productive countries, authors, affiliations, and journals in the field of Islamic research. The analysis revealed that Indonesia is the most productive country in Islamic research, followed by Malaysia and USA. The International Islamic University Malaysia was identified as the most productive affiliation, while Ejaz Aslam and Razali Haron's study on the impact of corporate governance on Islamic bank performance was the most influential publication with 33 citations on Scopus. The Journal of Islamic Marketing was found to be the most productive journal in the field. The co-occurrence network analysis using Keyword Plus identified "human," "education," and "economy" as the most frequent and interconnected topics in Islamic research. The network also revealed a node connected to "Islamism," indicating a growing interest in the intersection of religion and politics in Muslim-majority countries. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the current state of Islamic research and its trends. The findings can guide policymakers and researchers in developing strategies and policies to advance the field and address current challenges. The bibliometric analysis can also aid researchers in identifying potential collaborators and interdisciplinary connections, leading to the development of new research directions and opportunities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]