Entrepreneurial Innovation Research Landscape: Clustering, Emerging Themes, and Future Directions

This study aims to map the intellectual structure and research trends in entrepreneurial innovation using bibliometric analysis based on Scopus data. A total of 891 documents published between 1972-2025 were analyzed through Bibliometrix and Biblioshiny, employing techniques such as bibliographic coupling, co-authorship, and thematic mapping. The results reveal four major clusters: (1) innovation theory and entrepreneurial development, (2) business model innovation and digital transformation, (3) regional innovation systems and policy frameworks, and (4) sustainability and green entrepreneurship. Emerging themes include artificial intelligence (AI), generative AI applications, and digital entrepreneurship education, indicating a shift toward multi-level and interdisciplinary integration. Influential documents and authors were identified, highlighting their role in shaping the knowledge base. The findings suggest that entrepreneurial innovation research is evolving toward digitalization, sustainability, and policy-driven ecosystems, offering opportunities for longitudinal and mixed-method studies. This study contributes by providing a comprehensive overview of the field, identifying gaps, and proposing future research directions to strengthen theoretical and practical advancements.