<![CDATA[This study aims to analyze research trends and scientific developments in alginate-based conductive hydrogels and their applications in sensor technology using a bibliometric approach. Data were retrieved from the Scopus database for the period 2014–2026 using the keywords “alginate,” “sodium alginate,” “alginic acid,” “hydrogel,” and “sensor.” A total of 281 publications were analyzed using VOSviewer to evaluate keyword co-occurrence, research clusters, and thematic evolution. The results show that “sodium alginate” and “hydrogel” are the main nodes in the research network, with strong linkages to topics such as biosensors, drug delivery, and wound healing. Cluster analysis identifies major research focuses, including conductive and flexible sensors, biomedical applications of alginate, and biopolymer-based sensing materials. In addition, publication trends indicate a significant increase in research output during the 2022–2024 period, reflecting growing scientific interest in this field. Overall, this study provides a comprehensive overview of the research landscape, highlighting key themes, collaboration patterns, and emerging trends in alginate-based conductive hydrogel research. These findings offer valuable insights for guiding future research directions based on observed publication trends.]]>
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