TopicDistribution Matrix.xlsx

The Topic Distribution Matrix displays how topics are disseminated across the corpus of documents. Each row in this matrix represents a document, with each column denoting a topic. The values in the Topic Distribution Matrix represent the probabilities or proportions with which each topic is present in each document. Typically, the values in the matrix sum up to 1 for each document, reflecting the distribution of topics within that document. This matrix enables the computation of the topic distribution across the entire document corpus, thus providing insights into the extent of scientific scrutiny each topic has received. The variability in percentage distribution represents a proxy of the maturity levels of different research topics. Topics with higher percentages might be indicative of well-established research fields, while those with lower percentages might signal emerging or less investigated areas. This matrix also sheds light on the dispersion or concentration of research in the field of crowdfunding.