The data from 2023 illustrates diverse global contributions to the top 10% of highly cited publications in developmental and educational psychology, with Costa Rica leading significantly at about 49.95%. Romania and the United Kingdom follow, but with markedly lower shares of 16.91% and 15.67% respectively. This year marks a notable high for these countries, especially Costa Rica, indicating possible eminent research contributions or concentrated research activity in this field.
Looking ahead, several trends may shape the future landscape of scientific publication shares:
- An increase in international collaborations is likely as scientific fields become more globalized, possibly redistributing publication shares.
- Emerging economies may enhance their contribution as they invest more in higher education and research infrastructure, notably impacting countries like China and India.
- Advancements in digital and open-access platforms could democratize knowledge dissemination, reducing disparities in publication shares among countries.
Top countries in Share of Scientific Publications Among the World's 10% Top-Cited Publications in Developmental and Educational Psychology by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Costa Rica | 49.95 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 16.91 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 15.67 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 14.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 China | 13.17 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 12.6 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 12.01 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 11.82 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 11.67 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 11.36 | 2023 | View data |
