Publications of the Librarian

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Journal Paper Publications – International

1. Hazarika, R., Basumatary, B., & Sudhier, K. G. (2026). Scholarly publication to retraction: why some gender-based studies do not survive scrutiny? Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication, 1-19. https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-07-2025-0522 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

2. Basumatary, B., Sinha, M.K., Kumar, V., & Verma, M.K. (2025). Retractions in Indian Business Research: A Closer Look at Trends, Reasons and Impacts of Retracted Articles. DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology, 45(2),1-10, DOI : 10.14429/djlit.20357 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

3. Basumatary, B., Rabin, K., Arvind., & Verma, M.K. (2024). Mapping of Indigenous Knowledge Research in India: A Review of Growth, Emerging Topics and Future Research Directions based on Scientometric Tools. Journal of Ethnic and Cultural Studies, 11(4), 148-168. http://dx.doi.org/10.29333/ejecs/1731

4. Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2024). Unearthing the misconduct and inaccuracies in social science research: a trend analysis of retracted articles based on Retraction Watch database. Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication, DOI: 10.1108/GKMC-04-2024-0228 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

5. Basumatary, B., Basumatary, N., Yuvaraj, M., & Verma, M.K. (2024). Exploring the Impact of Social Networking Sites on Scholarly Communication: An Analysis Based on Selected LIS Journals through Altmetric Explorer. DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology, 44(6), 355-364. DOI : 10.14429/djlit.44.6.20279 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

6. Basumatary, B., Basumatary, N., Vivekavardhan, J. & Verma, M.K. (2024). Tracing the footprints of scholarly influence in academia: a contextual smart citation analysis of highly cited articles using Scite. Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication, ahead of print https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-12-2023-0500 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

7. Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2024). Cluster Analysis and Network Visualization of Social Work Research:  A Scientometric Mapping. Journal of Indian Library Association, 60(2), 133-148. (UGC-Care List).

8. Basumatary, B., Yuvaraj, M., Nordiana, M.N., & Verma, M.K. (2023). Scientific Communication on Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment in BRICS Countries: A Computational Scientometric Analysis. Qualitative and Quantities Methods in Libraries, 12(4), 505-528. https://www.qqml-journal.net/index.php/qqml/article/view/840  (WoS Indexed)

9. Basumatary, B., Tripathi, M., & Verma, M.K., (2023). Does Altmetric Attention Score correlate with Citations of Articles Published in High CiteScore Journals? An Analysis Based on Selected Three Open Access LIS Journals. DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology, 43(6), pp. 445-453, DOI: 10.14429/djlit.43.6.19412 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

10. Basumatary, B., Yuvaraj, M., Verma, N.K., & Verma, M.K. (2023). Mapping of the selected literature on robotic technology applications in libraries based on Scopus database: a subjective computational review. Library Hi Tech, ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/LHT-02-2023-0031 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

11. Basumatary, B., Gul, S. & Verma, M.K. (2023). Social Attention to the Scientific Publications on mHealth Research during COVID-19 Outbreak: An Assessment Based on Altmetric Tools. Iberoamerican Journal of Science Measurement and Communication, 3(2), 1-11. https://doi.org/10.47909/ijsmc.47 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

12. Basumatary, B., Verma, A.K., Kushwaha, S., & Verma, M.K. (2023). Global research trends and performance measurement on biofloc technology (BFT): A systematic review based on computational techniques. Aquaculture International, 32, 215–240. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10499-023-01162-z (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

13. Basumatary, B., Maurya, P.K., & Verma, M.K. (2023).  Mapping the Landscape of Indian Genomics Research: A Scientometric Analysis. Rejuvenation Research, 26(3), 75-87. https://doi.org/10.1089/rej.2023.0003 (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

14. Basumatary, B., Yunus, M.N., & Verma, M.K. (2023). Sparking attention on African swine fever research on social media platform: An altmetric evaluation of top 100 highly cited articles. Research in Veterinary Science, 158, 26-33. ISSN- 15322661. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rvsc.2023.02.010. (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

15. Basumatary, B., Yuvaraj, M., & Verma, M.K. (2023). Scientific communication of East Asian countries on internet of things (IoT): A performance evaluation based on scientometric tools. Information Development (OnlineFirst). DoI: https://doi.org/10.1177/02666669221151160. (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

16. Basumatary, B., Verma, A.K., & Verma, M.K. (2023).  Global research trends on aquaponics: a systematic review based on computational mapping. Aquaculture International, 31, 1115–1141. ISSN- 1573-143X. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10499-022-01018-y. (Scopus & WoS Indexed)

17. Basumatary, B., Boro, B., Verma, M.K., & Mansor, A.N. (2022). Influence of Social Networking Sites on Scholarly Communication: An Altmetrics Analysis of Selected LIS Journals. Journal of Information and Knowledge Management (JIKM), 1 (Special Issues). 75-89. Presented on 5th International Conference on Information Science 2022 - ICIS 2022 held at Penang, Malaysia from 19th to 21st September 2022. (ISSN:2231-8836, E-ISSN:2289-5337)

 

Conference Proceedings - International

1. Basumatary, B., & Verma, M. K. (2026, March). Exploring Social Media’s Fascination with Scholarly Research on Fake News: Insights from 500 Viral Studies. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Marching Beyond the Libraries: Talent, Technology, and Transformation (ICMBL 2025) (p. 3). Springer Nature. ISBN: 9789462396142

2. Basumatary, B. & Nag, D.S. (2025). Does Altmetric Accurately Measure Research Impact? Essential Dos and Don’ts for Analysts. In proceeding of the International Conference on ReLAAI@2047 on named “Artificial Intelligence in Libraries: From Indigenous Wisdom to Vision 2047”, Prof. Manoj Kumar Verma, Dr. F. Chanchinmawia & Dr. Divyanshu Gupta (Eds.), organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Mizoram University on 6th – 7th November, 2025, New Delhi: Shree Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi, pp. 190-208. Volume-2. ISBN: 978-81-992907-6-1

3. Basumatary, N., Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2025). Regional Dynamics in LIS Research: A Case of Central Universities of North India. In proceeding of the International Conference on ReLAAI@2047 on named “Artificial Intelligence in Libraries: From Indigenous Wisdom to Vision 2047”, Prof. Manoj Kumar Verma, Dr. F. Chanchinmawia & Dr. Divyanshu Gupta (Eds.), organized by the Department of Library and Information Science, Mizoram University on 6th – 7th November, 2025, New Delhi: Shree Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi, pp. 190-208. Volume-2. ISBN: 978-81-992907-6-1

4. Basumatary, N., Basumatary B., & Verma, M.K. (2025).  Does Gender Variation Exist in Editorship? A Metric Analysis of Leading LIS Journal. In proceeding on –“Collaboration and Innovation in Science: Webometrics and Scientometrics insight for a sustainable Future”, Jain P.K. et al (Eds.). Organized by the Institute of Economic Growth, New Delhi, on 19-21 September 2025, Shree Publishers and Distributors: New Delhi, pp.129-137.  ISBN: 978-93-48514-95-0Lalnunhlui; Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2024). Social Attention towards Scientific Publications of Mizoram University: A Study Based on Altmetric Tools. In proceeding/book of the 12th International Library Information Professionals Summit (I-LIPS2024) on named “Innovative Technologies in Librarianship: Challenges and Opportunities”, Debal C. Kar, Shams Khan, Abida Durrany & P.K. Jain (Eds.), organized by Galgotias University and SLA on 29th - 1st December 2024, Greater Noida, India: Ocean Publishing House, New Delhi, pp. 116-123. ISBN-978-93-48184-87-0.

5. Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2024). Mapping the Landscape of Indigenous Knowledge Research in SAARC Countries: A Scientometric Review. In proceeding/book of the ASLIP CONCLAVE 2024 and National Conference on Technological Breakthrough and Libraries: Present and Beyond, R. P. Kumar, Deepti Madaan & K. P. S. Sengar (eds.) organized by ASLIP & CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology, Chandigarh on 7th – 8th November, 2024, Chandigarh, India: Bharti Publications, New Delhi, pp. 85-96. ISBN- 978-93-48059-33-8.

6. Basumatary, B.; Verma, M.K. (2024). Do articles get more citations if we share on social media? An investigation through Altmetric lens. In proceeding of the 69th ILA Conference, International Conference on Building the Future: Transforming Libraries for Sustainability, O.N. Chaubey et al. (Eds.), organized by Indian Library Association, (ILA), DLIS, Gauhati University, K.K Handiqui Library, Gauhati University and Assam Library Association (ALA), Guwahati hosted by Gauhati University, Guwahati, Assam, India on 1-4th February, 2024, Guwahati: Indian Library Association, (ILA), New Delhi, pp. 932-943. ISBN- 978-81-956643-9-9.

7. Basumatary, B, & Verma, M.K. (2023). Unveiling the Trends of Scientific Communication of Selected Central Universities of North-East India: An Evaluation. In proceeding of the International Conference on Recent Trends in Academic Libraries: Systems and Services, Rajesh Kumar et.al. (Eds.), organized by Dr. O P Bhalla Central Library, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad in collaboration with the Library Association of Bihar (LAB) and Delhi Library Association (DLA) on 18-19th August, 2023, Delhi: Book Age Publications, pp. 309-321. ISBN- 978-93-93904-18-8.

8. Saikia, S., Basumatary, B., & Verma, M.K. (2023). A Systematic Review on the Information Literacy Research of Asian Countries: A Computational Study. Presented in the International Conference on Academic Libraries (ICAL-2023) held at University of Delhi organized by Delhi University Library Systems from 5th to 8th April, 2023. To be published in “Transactions on Computer Systems and Networks” series of Springer Nature.

9. Basumatary, B., Verma, M.K. (2023). Social Attention sparked on Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in the Library Research: An Assessment Based on Altmetric Tools. In proceeding of the 8th International Conference of Asian Special Libraries (ICoASL-2023) on Advancing Asian Special Libraries towards the Fifth Industrial Revolution, Stephen B. et.al. (Eds.), organized by University of San Carlos, Talamban Campus, Cebu City, Philippines on 22-24 February, 2023, Manila: Association of Special Libraries of Philippines, pp. 83-101. ISBN- 978-971-91508-1-7 

10. Deori, M., Verma, M.K., & Basumatary, B. (2022). Life Sciences’ Faculty Attitude towards Open Access Publication for Scholarly Communication: A Comparative Evaluation of three selected Central Universities of North East India. In Proceeding of 10th International Library Information and Professionals Summit (ILIPS 2022) on Resilience, Reflection and Innovation in Library services and Practice, Babbar, Praveen et.al. (Eds.), organized by Institute of Economic Growth, New Delhi on 20-21 May, 2022, Delhi: Bookwell, pp.294-308. ISBN-978-81-952900-9-3 

 

Conference Proceedings - National

1. Basumatary, B.; Deori, M.; Basumatary, N. & Verma, M.K. (2025). Is Altmetric a Reliable Tool for Assessing Research Impact? A Cross-Examination of 2-Dimensional Data Curation Methods. In proceedings of the 40th IATLIS National Conference on Reimagining LIS Education: Integrating Indian Knowledge Systems with NEP 2020, Anand M. Dodamani; B. Ramesha; Keshava & Akhilesh K.S. Yadav (eds.) organized by Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai on 28th and 29th March 2025, Mumbai, India. Taran Publication: New Delhi, pp. 186 – 201. ISBN-978-93-48149-42-8

2. Basumatary, B. (2020). Open Access Electronic Information Sources for Higher and Quality Education in India: With reference to Govt. of India Initiatives, presented on National Webinar on Educational Scenario of the Bodo Society: Past & Present. Organized by Dept. of Bodo Janata College and Dept. of Bodo Bijni College held on 19th & 20th October 2020. (ISBN)

 

Lectures/Colloquia/Presentations/Seminar/Conferences/ Symposia/ Workshops

1. Basumatary, B. (2026). Holistic Process of Scholarly Publications. Delivered at “Two-Day National Workshop on Bridging Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKSs) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Special Reference to India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Organized by Teachers’ Unit in collaboration with Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), B.B. Kishan College, Jalah on 17th & 18th February, 2026.

2. Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2024). Why Are Indian Business Research Articles Retracted? A Closer Look at Trends, Reasons and Impacts of Articles. Presented in the International Seminar on “New era of social responsibility, sustainability and innovations” held at Mizoram University organized by SEMIS, Mizoram University on 4th to 6th March, 2024.

3. Basumatary, B.; Verma, M.K. & Sinha, M.K. (2023). Mapping the Landscape of Indigenous Knowledge Research in SAARC Countries during 2013-2022: A Review based on Scientometric Tools. In proceeding of the 17th International Conference on Webometrics, Informetrics and Scientometrics (WIS) & 22nd COLLNET Meeting 2023, Dilara Begum (Ed.), organized by COLLNET association with Asian Community, Special Libraries Association (SLA) and Society for Library Professionals (SLP) hosted by East West University, Dhaka, Bangladesh on 08-10th December, 2023, Dhaka: Dr. S.R. Lasker Library, East West University, pp. 26-27. ISBN- 978-984-35-5207-5.

4. Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2023). Will you read and cite if I share? Tracking social engagement with scholarly research on misinformation. Presented in the “Two Day Seminar on Digitizing Library Services Using Modern Technology” held at Pachhunga University College organized by Central Library, Pachhunga University College on 27th to 28th June 2023.Basumatary, B. & Saikia, S. (2023). How the Indian research landscape on indigenous knowledge evolved over the years? A review of growth trends and knowledge mapping. Presented in the National Seminar on Revamping Libraries and Librarianship in Digital Environment” held at Mizoram University organized by Central Library, Mizoram University, on 11th to 12th May 2023.

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Book / Edited Book

1. Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2025). Altmetrics: Genesis, Growth and Applications (A Concise Handbook). Shree Publishers and Distributors: New Delhi, pp. 1-111.  ISBN: 978-81-992907-3-0. (September, 2025).

 

Book Chapters

1. Basumatary, B., Basumatary, N., Brahma, B.P., Goyary, A. (2025). Exploring Gender Disparities in Indian Research on SDG 5: An Analysis Using Python-Driven Data Carpentry Tools. In Deori, M., Konwar, P. & Das, B.R. (Eds.) Gender, Societry and Culture (185-199 pp.). Guwahati: Purbayon Publication Pvt. Ltd. ISBN: 978-93-5860-987-5

2. Basumatary, B., Brahma, B., Verma, M.K. & Deori, M. (2024). Mukurtu CMS for Archiving Traditional Cultural Heritage. In Bhushan, Sudhanshu; Senthil, V. & Arora, Dipti (Eds.) Management of Digital Information Resources (pp. 284-292). Noida: Allied Publishers Private Limited. ISBN: 9789389934823

3. Basumatary, B. & Verma, M.K. (2024). Exploring Online Community Interest and Information Needs about SR Ranganathan: An Analysis Based on Google Search Queries. In M.P. Satija, A.S. Chandel & K.P. Singh (Eds.) S.R. Ranganathan: Some Select Indian Studies on Life and Work (pp. 255-267). New Delhi: Today & Tomorrow's Printers and Publishers. ISBN: 9789391734954.

4. Basumatary, B., Dwivedi, M.K., & Verma, N.K. (2023). Social Attention Sparked by Highly Cited Research Publications on Women’s Empowerment: An Assessment Based on Altmetric Tools. In Tripathi et al. (Eds.) Changing Landscape of LIS Education and Research (pp. 416-432). New Delhi: Shree Publishers & Distributors. ISBN: 978-81-961509-3-8

5. Basumatary, B. (2019). Use Internet and Social Media tools for Education, Research and Development. Published in the Souvenir Book Serfangni Dengkhw by All Bodo Students’ Union in 2019. ISBN: 978-81-92955-42-1. 

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