A Global Bibliometric Review of Disaster Risk Reduction Research (2003–2024)

Disaster risk reduction (DRR) has become a pressing global priority as communities confront more frequent and severe disasters driven by climate change, rapid urbanization, and environmental degradation. This study examines how DRR research has evolved over the past two decades, with a particular focus on its intersection with climate change. Drawing on the Scopus database, 1,800 publications from 2003 to 2024 were analyzed, with Environmental Science (25.8%) and Social Science (24.9%) identified as the leading subject areas. Using bibliometric tools—Scopus Analyze, VOSviewer, and Bibliometrix in RStudio—we mapped publication trends, collaboration networks, thematic clusters, and keyword patterns. The findings show a steady growth in DRR-related research, increased emphasis on climate adaptation, and strong alignment with global policy frameworks such as the Sendai Framework, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the Paris Agreement. Yet, important gaps remain, especially in advancing interdisciplinary collaboration to tackle complex and emerging risks. Bridging these gaps can help ensure that research not only informs policy but also translates into meaningful action that strengthens resilience on the ground.