Funding agencies in Tamil Nadu State Universities: A scientometric perspective

Abstract

Scientometrics is a significant area of information science because it offers a unique variety of tools and techniques for managing knowledge in social and organizational contexts as well as for maintaining and evaluating information resources. The multiple scientometric components of the articles published by Tamil Nadu’s top eight universities between 1989 and 2023 were examined in this study. Data analysis shows that the average growth rate is increasing at a 9.76% annual pace. This extensive study finds the subtle interactions between funding agencies and research productivity in Tamil Nadu’s state universities. A comprehensive assessment of the funding landscape is carried out by methodically gathering data from eight notable universities, including Alagappa University, Anna University, Annamalai University, and others. With a remarkable total of 19,524 funding agencies discovered across various roles within these universities, the breadth of support highlights the importance of external money in propelling research efforts. Notably, Anna University appears as a frontrunner, with 4,162 funding agencies, demonstrating a strong network of support. The findings highlight the relevance of understanding how funding agencies affect research ecosystems within academic institutions.