Global Trends and Evolution in Eye Tracking Research: A Scientometric Analysis Using VOS Viewer

Introduction and Objective: Eye-tracking has emerged as a powerful tool in psychology, education, and technology, and understanding its global research trends is essential for mapping its scholarly evolution. This study aims to explore the global trends and developmental trajectory of Eye Tracking research by employing a scient metric analysis to offer a holistic overview of its scholarly growth and impact.Research Methodology: A systematic search was conducted in the Web of Science database, retrieving ۴,۳۷۰ relevant articles published between ۱۹۹۰ and ۲۰۲۱. The data were analyzed using VOS viewer software through co-authorship networks, keyword co-occurrence mapping, and trend visualization techniques. Findings: The results reveal a significant and accelerating growth in Eye Tracking publications, particularly over the past decade. Prominent keywords such as Eye-tracking, Movements, Information, Attention, Perception, Children, and Performance reflect the field's thematic diversity and growing relevance across various disciplines. A notable shift in research focus is observed—from early investigations into psychological disorders to more recent emphasis on cognitive processes and executive functions.Conclusion: This study provides a comprehensive roadmap of the evolution of Eye Tracking research, offering valuable insights into past trends, present hotspots, and future directions, with implications for its application in domains such as education, marketing, and technology.Value: The novelty of this research lies in its integrative use of scient metric tools to identify emerging topics, map interdisciplinary connections, and highlight underexplored areas in Eye Tracking studies.

کلیدواژه ها:

Eye Tracking Research ، Scientometric ، Analysis ، VOS Viewer ، Web of Science