Research gap analyses

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• Soil-borne pathogens pose a significant threat to global crop output. Conventional methods for managing these pathogens are limited and can harm beneficial microorganisms.

  Soil-borne pathogens pose a significant threat to global crop output. Conventional methods for managing these pathogens are limited and can harm beneficial microorganisms.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Further studies on the effectiveness of the IPM approach in different regions and climates. Investigation of new biological control methods and minimal chemical agents for pest control. Development of

  Further studies on the effectiveness of the IPM approach in different regions and climates. Investigation of new biological control methods and minimal chemical agents for pest control. Development of integrated pest management strategies f

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• There is a need for further scientific research to examine the effects of regenerative agriculture on both livestock and human health. The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of regenerative a

  There is a need for further scientific research to examine the effects of regenerative agriculture on both livestock and human health. The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of regenerative agriculture as a vital solution to ecolog

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2024.8 · weak evidence
• There is a need to study the impact of fly ash and farmyard manure on soil, grain, and environment in maize. The potential uses of fly ash as a soil amendment are not well understood. The effects of f

  There is a need to study the impact of fly ash and farmyard manure on soil, grain, and environment in maize. The potential uses of fly ash as a soil amendment are not well understood. The effects of fly ash on crop productivity and environm

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The need for sustainable and effective strategies to improve blueberry fruit quality, - The lack of comprehensive overviews of pre- and postharvest strategies for improving blueberry fruit quality

  The need for sustainable and effective strategies to improve blueberry fruit quality, - The lack of comprehensive overviews of pre- and postharvest strategies for improving blueberry fruit quality

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The need for efficient in-situ moisture conservation practices in dryland ecosystems. The lack of understanding of the effects of moisture conservation practices on soil moisture dynamics, crop produc

  The need for efficient in-situ moisture conservation practices in dryland ecosystems. The lack of understanding of the effects of moisture conservation practices on soil moisture dynamics, crop productivity, and profitability.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2023.7 · weak evidence
• Further study of the dairy industry in Queensland, including its development and growth patterns. Analysis of the impact of the dairy industry on rural development and agricultural policy.

  Further study of the dairy industry in Queensland, including its development and growth patterns. Analysis of the impact of the dairy industry on rural development and agricultural policy.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 1987.3 · weak evidence
• There is a need to optimize the fermentation process and fertilizer formulation to improve the effectiveness of the fertilizer. There is a lack of research on the use of Sargassum sp. seaweed as an or

  There is a need to optimize the fermentation process and fertilizer formulation to improve the effectiveness of the fertilizer. There is a lack of research on the use of Sargassum sp. seaweed as an organic fertilizer.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Previous global assessments were unable to identify temporal variation in yield gaps. There is a need for a spatially and temporally comprehensive analysis of yield gaps.

  Previous global assessments were unable to identify temporal variation in yield gaps. There is a need for a spatially and temporally comprehensive analysis of yield gaps.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2024.5 · weak evidence
• Abstract The agronomic efficiency of conventional silicon (Si) fertilizers is frequently limited by their low bioavailability in soil.

  Abstract The agronomic efficiency of conventional silicon (Si) fertilizers is frequently limited by their low bioavailability in soil.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The effects of wastewater irrigation on edible vegetable crops remain context-dependent. There is a need to understand the impacts of wastewater irrigation on crop growth and quality.

  The effects of wastewater irrigation on edible vegetable crops remain context-dependent. There is a need to understand the impacts of wastewater irrigation on crop growth and quality.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2023 · weak evidence
• Sweet potato production in Ethiopia is affected by environmental stresses. There is a need to improve sweet potato productivity in Ethiopia. Farmers face challenges in accessing improved sweet potato

  Sweet potato production in Ethiopia is affected by environmental stresses. There is a need to improve sweet potato productivity in Ethiopia. Farmers face challenges in accessing improved sweet potato varieties.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2025.3 · weak evidence
• The lack of effective antibiotic alternatives for livestock. The limited efficacy, poor stability, and lack of systemic protection of current probiotic and antimicrobial peptide strategies.

  The lack of effective antibiotic alternatives for livestock. The limited efficacy, poor stability, and lack of systemic protection of current probiotic and antimicrobial peptide strategies.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Abstract Soils under ancient woodlands are highly variable and little is known about the nature of such soils, which in many cases have supported woodland for hundreds of years.

  Abstract Soils under ancient woodlands are highly variable and little is known about the nature of such soils, which in many cases have supported woodland for hundreds of years.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2003.3 · weak evidence
• Soil acidity and unbalanced fertilization constrain potato yield and processing quality in Kenya's highlands. There is a need to evaluate the effects of integrated nutrient management on potato yield

  Soil acidity and unbalanced fertilization constrain potato yield and processing quality in Kenya's highlands. There is a need to evaluate the effects of integrated nutrient management on potato yield and quality.

  Agriculture · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Finally, what is the evolutionary purpose of energetically expensive REM sleep activity (Mishra and Colgin, 2019) during the quiescent period? The subdivision of sleep architecture into NREM and REM s

  Finally, what is the evolutionary purpose of energetically expensive REM sleep activity (Mishra and Colgin, 2019) during the quiescent period? The subdivision of sleep architecture into NREM and REM sleep states complicates the element of e

  Biology · 3 papers · avg 2007.3 · weak evidence
• Further studies are needed to examine the effects of a high-protein/low-glycemic-index diet during pregnancy on offspring health. Studies should investigate the mechanisms by which the diet affects of

  Further studies are needed to examine the effects of a high-protein/low-glycemic-index diet during pregnancy on offspring health. Studies should investigate the mechanisms by which the diet affects offspring lipid profile. Research should f

  Biology · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• ABSTRACT Microbial communities play essential roles in marine biogeochemical cycling, yet the respective roles of environmental and spatial drivers of community assembly remain incompletely understood

  ABSTRACT Microbial communities play essential roles in marine biogeochemical cycling, yet the respective roles of environmental and spatial drivers of community assembly remain incompletely understood, particularly under low environmental h

  Biology · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The development of next-generation therapeutics that balance efficacy, safety, and personalization. The integration of biologics, small molecules, and emerging cellular or genetically-engineered appro

  The development of next-generation therapeutics that balance efficacy, safety, and personalization. The integration of biologics, small molecules, and emerging cellular or genetically-engineered approaches for precision immunotherapy. The a

  Biology · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Conventional approaches may not fully capture the biological heterogeneity of endometrial cancer. The need for improved diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic decision-making frameworks remains. The

  Conventional approaches may not fully capture the biological heterogeneity of endometrial cancer. The need for improved diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic decision-making frameworks remains. The integration of molecular, imaging, histo

  Biology · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Further studies are needed to explore the morphological traits used in current taxonomic classifications. Additional research is required to investigate the potential consequences of revising taxonomi

  Further studies are needed to explore the morphological traits used in current taxonomic classifications. Additional research is required to investigate the potential consequences of revising taxonomic boundaries for conservation and manage

  Biology · 3 papers · avg 2024.7 · weak evidence
• Further studies on the coordination chemistry of 2-amino-6-methylbenzothiazole with other metals are needed. The potential applications of the compound in fields such as pharmacology and materials sci

  Further studies on the coordination chemistry of 2-amino-6-methylbenzothiazole with other metals are needed. The potential applications of the compound in fields such as pharmacology and materials science should be explored.

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 2023.7 · weak evidence
• The pharmaceutical industry requires highly reliable analytical techniques to ensure product safety and clinical efficacy. There is a need for a comprehensive review of RP-HPLC method development and

  The pharmaceutical industry requires highly reliable analytical techniques to ensure product safety and clinical efficacy. There is a need for a comprehensive review of RP-HPLC method development and validation for pharmaceutical dosage for

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the role of particle phase chemistry in the growth of nanoparticles. The paper notes that previous work has focused on the gas-phase chemistry of new

  The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the role of particle phase chemistry in the growth of nanoparticles. The paper notes that previous work has focused on the gas-phase chemistry of new particle formation, but has neglected t

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 2017.8 · weak evidence
• There is a gap in understanding how within-compound associations are extinguished. The paper addresses this gap by studying the extinction of within-compound flavor associations using a sensory precon

  There is a gap in understanding how within-compound associations are extinguished. The paper addresses this gap by studying the extinction of within-compound flavor associations using a sensory preconditioning procedure.

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 1979.2 · weak evidence
• There is a need for alternative approaches to improve therapeutics delivery and reduce non-specific effects. The cytotoxic effects of ZnO₂ nanoparticles on breast cancer cells and fibroblasts need to

  There is a need for alternative approaches to improve therapeutics delivery and reduce non-specific effects. The cytotoxic effects of ZnO₂ nanoparticles on breast cancer cells and fibroblasts need to be evaluated.

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 2024.8 · weak evidence
• Systematic validation of the synthesized nanoparticles for applications. Evaluation of the scalability and cost competitiveness of the synthesis method. Investigation of the mechanistic depth of the a

  Systematic validation of the synthesized nanoparticles for applications. Evaluation of the scalability and cost competitiveness of the synthesis method. Investigation of the mechanistic depth of the antimicrobial activity.

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The need for more efficient and effective methods for heavy metal removal. The limited understanding of the effects of temperature and pH on the adsorption capacity of graphene-based composites. The p

  The need for more efficient and effective methods for heavy metal removal. The limited understanding of the effects of temperature and pH on the adsorption capacity of graphene-based composites. The potential for agglomeration of graphene-b

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 2023.5 · weak evidence
• The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the effects of acidic pH on the sol-gel synthesis of TiO2 nanoparticles. The study aims to investigate the impact of pH on the properties of TiO2 nan

  The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the effects of acidic pH on the sol-gel synthesis of TiO2 nanoparticles. The study aims to investigate the impact of pH on the properties of TiO2 nanoparticles.

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• There is a knowledge gap regarding microplastic occurrence in freshwater systems, particularly remote and high-altitude ecosystems. The study addresses this gap by assessing and characterising micropl

  There is a knowledge gap regarding microplastic occurrence in freshwater systems, particularly remote and high-altitude ecosystems. The study addresses this gap by assessing and characterising microplastic pollution in high-elevation water

  Chemistry · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The paper identifies the need for accurate forecasting tools to support operational management, grid integration, and longer-term sustainable energy planning. It notes that recent progress in photovol

  The paper identifies the need for accurate forecasting tools to support operational management, grid integration, and longer-term sustainable energy planning. It notes that recent progress in photovoltaic forecasting reflects the broader ro

  Computer Science · 3 papers · avg 2025.5 · weak evidence
• Phishing websites are increasingly dynamic, personalized, and visually sophisticated. Detection systems need to be not only accurate but also adaptive and operationally transparent. The proposed metho

  Phishing websites are increasingly dynamic, personalized, and visually sophisticated. Detection systems need to be not only accurate but also adaptive and operationally transparent. The proposed method needs to be able to capture complex re

  Computer Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Incorporating more sophisticated deep learning algorithms and hybrid models can improve detection accuracy. Adopting edge computing can reduce latency and enable faster real-time decision-making. Inte

  Incorporating more sophisticated deep learning algorithms and hybrid models can improve detection accuracy. Adopting edge computing can reduce latency and enable faster real-time decision-making. Integrating emerging technologies, such as 5

  Computer Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The study identifies a gap in the current methods for predicting early-age concrete strength, which often rely on ambient curing temperatures and total durations rather than direct in-situ core temper

  The study identifies a gap in the current methods for predicting early-age concrete strength, which often rely on ambient curing temperatures and total durations rather than direct in-situ core temperature monitoring. The study highlights t

  Computer Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• No systematic study of load balancing strategies for nested-loop parallelization of Subset Sum enumeration algorithms; [7] addresses index-dependent nested loop partitioning for even workload distribu

  No systematic study of load balancing strategies for nested-loop parallelization of Subset Sum enumeration algorithms; [7] addresses index-dependent nested loop partitioning for even workload distribution, but does not apply this to the spe

  Computer Science · 3 papers · avg 2007.7 · weak evidence
• Lack of clarity on who the 'Our' refers to in global ocean governance declarations (e.g., the UN Ocean Conference's 'Our ocean, our future, our responsibility'), and underrepresentation of certain voi

  Lack of clarity on who the 'Our' refers to in global ocean governance declarations (e.g., the UN Ocean Conference's 'Our ocean, our future, our responsibility'), and underrepresentation of certain voices in ocean sustainability discussions.

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2025.6 · weak evidence
• There is a need to analyze the impact of land use and land cover changes on soil erosion in the Lamurde Catchment. The existing body of research on soil erosion and land use dynamics in Nigeria has li

  There is a need to analyze the impact of land use and land cover changes on soil erosion in the Lamurde Catchment. The existing body of research on soil erosion and land use dynamics in Nigeria has limitations and gaps that need to be addre

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Lacking data on fluvial transport makes it difficult to estimate sediment production from certain areas. The measured reservoir sedimentation cannot directly be used as a measure of the sediment yield

  Lacking data on fluvial transport makes it difficult to estimate sediment production from certain areas. The measured reservoir sedimentation cannot directly be used as a measure of the sediment yield from the basin. The study lacks data on

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2015.8 · weak evidence
• The review demonstrates that airborne microplastics are increasingly recognized as an emerging component of atmospheric pollution, although their environmental behaviour and health relevance remain in

  The review demonstrates that airborne microplastics are increasingly recognized as an emerging component of atmospheric pollution, although their environmental behaviour and health relevance remain incompletely understood under Indian condi

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• There is a lack of understanding about the compounding effects of climate change and forest management on hydrological responses. Prior studies have focused on individual effects of climate change or

  There is a lack of understanding about the compounding effects of climate change and forest management on hydrological responses. Prior studies have focused on individual effects of climate change or forest management, rather than their com

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The need for eco-friendly building materials has become increasingly urgent due to concerns about climate change, pollution, and resource depletion. The concrete industry poses a significant challenge

  The need for eco-friendly building materials has become increasingly urgent due to concerns about climate change, pollution, and resource depletion. The concrete industry poses a significant challenge in the modern pursuit of ecologically r

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2023 · weak evidence
• The need for renewed critical attention to the cultural, technological, regulatory, and ethical dimensions of heritage in the digital age. The lack of appropriate governance and oversight mechanisms f

  The need for renewed critical attention to the cultural, technological, regulatory, and ethical dimensions of heritage in the digital age. The lack of appropriate governance and oversight mechanisms for the development and implementation of

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The complexity of the Baltic Sea ecosystem makes it challenging to develop a comprehensive framework for assessing human pressures. The lack of data on human activities and ecosystem components is a c

  The complexity of the Baltic Sea ecosystem makes it challenging to develop a comprehensive framework for assessing human pressures. The lack of data on human activities and ecosystem components is a challenge. The need to simplify the compl

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The study relies on synthetic seismic datasets, which may not fully represent real-world scenarios. The framework is evaluated on a limited number of datasets. The study does not provide a comprehensi

  The study relies on synthetic seismic datasets, which may not fully represent real-world scenarios. The framework is evaluated on a limited number of datasets. The study does not provide a comprehensive comparison with other existing method

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The lack of consideration of atmospheric feedback in land surface models leads to overestimation of evapotranspiration. The current land surface models do not accurately represent the effects of irrig

  The lack of consideration of atmospheric feedback in land surface models leads to overestimation of evapotranspiration. The current land surface models do not accurately represent the effects of irrigation on local atmospheric conditions.

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• Future studies can apply the diatom-conductivity model to reconstruct past Southern Hemisphere westerly wind variability. Future studies can use the model to inform our understanding of the past and f

  Future studies can apply the diatom-conductivity model to reconstruct past Southern Hemisphere westerly wind variability. Future studies can use the model to inform our understanding of the past and future role of the Southern Ocean on clim

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2015.2 · weak evidence
• The article deals with the current state and problems of the main work directions in regional geological research of the Ukraine territory – the geological additional research of previously studied ar

  The article deals with the current state and problems of the main work directions in regional geological research of the Ukraine territory – the geological additional research of previously studied areas and creation of the State Geologiсal

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2023.3 · weak evidence
• The lack of a coherent, process-based framework to quantify CH4 within the coupled carbon–nitrogen–water system. The need for a model that can simulate CH4, carbon dioxide, and nitrous oxide emissions

  The lack of a coherent, process-based framework to quantify CH4 within the coupled carbon–nitrogen–water system. The need for a model that can simulate CH4, carbon dioxide, and nitrous oxide emissions from natural wetlands and managed syste

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2024 · weak evidence
• The complex interplay between thermodynamics and hydrodynamic transport. The difficulty in modeling the phase transitions at the ice-ocean interface. The need for high-resolution numerical simulations

  The complex interplay between thermodynamics and hydrodynamic transport. The difficulty in modeling the phase transitions at the ice-ocean interface. The need for high-resolution numerical simulations to capture the small-scale processes.

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• There is a need to understand the impacts of land cover changes on stream channels. There is a lack of detailed analysis of the effects of land cover changes on flood magnitude and frequency in the Pl

  There is a need to understand the impacts of land cover changes on stream channels. There is a lack of detailed analysis of the effects of land cover changes on flood magnitude and frequency in the Platte River channel system.

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 1991.2 · weak evidence
• There is a lack of studies on the impact of climate change on fruits and C4 crops. There is a need for more research on the effects of compound stressors on crop nutrient content. There is a gap in ou

  There is a lack of studies on the impact of climate change on fruits and C4 crops. There is a need for more research on the effects of compound stressors on crop nutrient content. There is a gap in our understanding of the impact of climate

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The study identifies a gap in understanding the problem descriptions and associated assumptions shaping China's climate governance. The gap is addressed by examining climate imaginaries and their mons

  The study identifies a gap in understanding the problem descriptions and associated assumptions shaping China's climate governance. The gap is addressed by examining climate imaginaries and their monsters reproduced by Chinese scientists.

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2018.7 · weak evidence
• There is a lack of ground-based quantitative measurements of mercury species in ambient air. The simulation-based emission inventories are largely based on emission factors and industrial use, which m

  There is a lack of ground-based quantitative measurements of mercury species in ambient air. The simulation-based emission inventories are largely based on emission factors and industrial use, which may not be consistent with changing scena

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The study identifies a research gap in understanding the impact of climate change on tourism in Western Maharashtra, India. The study highlights the need for more research on the effects of climate ch

  The study identifies a research gap in understanding the impact of climate change on tourism in Western Maharashtra, India. The study highlights the need for more research on the effects of climate change on tourism development.

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The formation's sedimentological architecture, provenance, and sea-level history have been poorly constrained. The study seeks to address these gaps through the integration of detailed outcrop-based s

  The formation's sedimentological architecture, provenance, and sea-level history have been poorly constrained. The study seeks to address these gaps through the integration of detailed outcrop-based sedimentary logging and petrographic anal

  Earth Science · 3 papers · avg 2022.3 · weak evidence
• There is limited empirical research on the role played by foreign banks in facilitating access to finance by women entrepreneurs in emerging economies. The existing literature is mainly concentrated a

  There is limited empirical research on the role played by foreign banks in facilitating access to finance by women entrepreneurs in emerging economies. The existing literature is mainly concentrated around developed nations, with very limit

  Economics · 3 papers · avg 2025.3 · weak evidence
• The study identifies several challenges, including the need to consider the individual preferences and circumstances of older workers when designing retirement policies. The study also notes the chall

  The study identifies several challenges, including the need to consider the individual preferences and circumstances of older workers when designing retirement policies. The study also notes the challenge of explaining and predicting attitu

  Economics · 3 papers · avg 1980.7 · weak evidence
• Further studies are needed to examine the relationship between economic distress, sociodemographic development, and suicide incidence in other high-risk regions. Research should investigate the mechan

  Further studies are needed to examine the relationship between economic distress, sociodemographic development, and suicide incidence in other high-risk regions. Research should investigate the mechanisms by which sociodemographic developme

  Economics · 3 papers · avg 2003.8 · weak evidence
• The shortage of skilled professionals remains a significant barrier to AI adoption in Indian businesses. Ethical concerns associated with AI adoption significantly influence organisational trust and d

  The shortage of skilled professionals remains a significant barrier to AI adoption in Indian businesses. Ethical concerns associated with AI adoption significantly influence organisational trust and decision reliability. The financial burde

  Economics · 3 papers · avg 2026 · weak evidence
• The study is based only on secondary data, therefore, the findings depend on the accuracy and reliability of existing sources. The study does not include primary surveys or field investigations. Rapid

  The study is based only on secondary data, therefore, the findings depend on the accuracy and reliability of existing sources. The study does not include primary surveys or field investigations. Rapid technological changes in AI may affect

  Economics · 3 papers · avg 2025.3 · weak evidence