A comprehensive dataset of research literature on wooden slips was compiled by conducting an exhaustive search of academic literature on the studies of wooden slips.Additionally,a category system covering all research literature was established,and key reference points were extracted.According to this,the temporal characteristics of the evolution of the research themes over the past century were deeply revealed.The study found from the perspective of research themes,the studies of wooden slips since the founding of the People's Republic of China have formed a stable yet evolving framework of thematic research.From a chronological dimension,this research up to the present day exhibits different research characteristics in different periods,with each period of the unique attributes.This study indicates that the foundation for the development of the discipline of studies has been laid,but the thematic aspects of the research exhibit dynamic characteristics.