The Scoping Review of Research in Faculty of Public Health and Allied Health Sciences, Praboromarajchanok Institute, Thailand
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scoping review, research,, public healthAbstract
Introduction:
This scoping review examined research publications from the faculty of Public Health and Allied Health Sciences, Praboromarajchanok Institute, Thailand, between 2018 and 2022. The objective was to identify research themes, publication trends and authorship patterns to inform future research development.
Methods:
A scoping review was conducted following the framework proposed by Mak and Thomas and reported in accordance with scoping review methodological guidance. A total of 602 publications from nine affiliated colleges were included. Data was extracted using a structured coding form covering study scope, publication characteristics, and authorship type. Descriptive statistics were used to summarise the findings.
Results:
Among the 602 publications, the most common research areas were older adults (16.11%), disease prevention (15.95%) and dental public health (15.12%). The highest number of publications occurred in 2022 (21.26%). Most articles were published in national journals indexed in the Thai Citation Index Tier 2 (29.73%), while international publications accounted for a relatively small proportion. Faculty members served as first authors in nearly half of the publications (49%).
Conclusion:
The findings indicate strong research activity in priority public health areas, particularly ageing and disease prevention. However, international publication remains limited. Strengthening research capacity, academic writing skills and international collaboration may support greater global dissemination of research from the Faculty of Public Health and Allied Health Sciences.
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