Purpose/Significance The research progress of topic evolution analysis method is sorted out, so as to improve the effect of topic identification and trend judgment of scientific literature, support literature information service, and point out the direction for future in-depth research and practical application. Method/Process The derivative model of latent Dirichlet allocation (LDA) is summed up according to the defects of the topic model, and the corresponding improvement plan is summarized according to the shortcomings of the analysis methods of the topic evolution of the existing scientific literature. Finally, the prospect is put forward according to the limitations of the existing research. Result/Conclusion Through comprehensive investigation, the paper can provide inspiration and references for the study of topic evolution.