The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in aerospace engineering in India is forecasted to slightly increase over the years from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, this share stood at 98.10%. The year-on-year variation from 2024 to 2028 is minimal, suggesting a steady yet slight upward trend. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is positive, albeit marginal, indicating a stable participation level.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential influences of increased collaboration on author distribution dynamics.
Impacts of evolving research policies on the corresponding author share.
Technological advancements that could affect publication practices.