Interactive Information Visualization Models: A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

Interactive information visualization models aim to make dimensionality reduction (DR) accessible to non-expert users through interactive visualization frameworks. This systematic literature review explores the role of DR and information visualization (IV) techniques in interactive models (IM). We search relevant bibliographic databases, including IEEE Xplore, Springer Link, and Web of Science, for publications from the last five years. We identify 1448 scientific articles, which we then narrow down to 52 after screening and selection. This study addresses three research questions, revealing that the number of articles focused on interactive DR-oriented models has been in the minority in the last five years. However, related topics such as IV techniques or RD methods have increased. Trends are identified in the development of interactive models, as well as in IV techniques and RD methods. For example, researchers are increasingly proposing new DR methods or modifying existing ones rather than relying solely on established techniques. Furthermore, scatter plots have emerged as the predominant option for IV in interactive models, with limited options for customizing the display of raw data and details in application windows. Overall, this review provides insights into the current state of interactive IV models for DR and highlights areas for further research.