A Systematic Review of Media Transmediation and Innovation Diffusion of Nanjing Dabao’en Temple Pagoda in the Context of Cross-Cultural Communication
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https://doi.org/10.48048/ajac.2026.108Keywords:
Nanjing Dabao’en Temple Pagoda, Intercultural communication, Media transmediation, Innovation diffusion, Cultural heritage, Bibliometric analysis, Digital humanitiesAbstract
This study constructs a research framework for the media transmediation and innovation diffusion of Nanjing Dabao’en Temple Pagoda within the context of cross-cultural communication. Adhering to the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, a systematic review was conducted on literature published between 2019 and 2024 from databases including CNKI, Web of Science, and Scopus. The search strategy employed Boolean logic operators (e.g., AND, OR, NOT) to systematically combine keywords and ensure comprehensive results. Following screening based on explicit inclusion and exclusion criteria, a total of 287 studies were selected for analysis. The study integrates a systematic review with bibliometric and visualization analysis to map research trends and interdisciplinary connections. Quantitative results from the bibliometric analysis of these 287 studies reveal key research clusters and a notable lack of literature focusing on the media transmediation of Nanjing Dabao’en Temple Pagoda. The findings highlight a significant academic gap, underscoring the need for future research to explore the potential of cultural heritage in cross-cultural communication studies through innovative media frameworks.
Highlights
Systematically reviews media transmediation and innovation diffusion of Nanjing Dabao’en Temple Pagoda in cross-cultural contexts.
Employs PRISMA methodology and bibliometric visualization to map research trends and interdisciplinary focus.
Identifies gaps in current scholarship and proposes a framework for future cultural heritage and cross-cultural communication research.
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