Global research trends and hotspots of artificial intelligence research in spinal cord neural injury and restoration—a bibliometrics and visualization analysis

This study explores the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in treating spinal cord injuries, focusing on how AI can help with nerve repair and recovery. The research identifies key trends and important areas of focus (hotspots) in AI research related to spinal cord injuries, aiming to understand where progress is being made and where further research is needed. The study uses special computer programs to analyze existing research papers and visually represent the information, making it easier to understand the development and current focus of AI in spinal cord injury treatment.

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  The United States leads in the number of published articles on AI research in spinal cord neural injury and restoration.
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  Three main research areas were identified: intelligent robots and exoskeletons for rehabilitation, brain-computer interfaces, and neuromodulation with electrical stimulation.
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  New research hotspots include image segmentation models based on convolutional neural networks, AI in fabricating polymeric biomaterials for neural stem cells, and AI survival prediction tools in genetics.