In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology in Japan was 96.42%. The forecasted trend from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual increase, from 96.45% in 2024 to 96.55% in 2028. The year-on-year growth remains minimal, with the average annual growth rate (CAGR) projected to be 0.03% over five years.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in the research landscape due to emerging technologies and increasing international collaboration, which might impact the distribution of leading authorship in scientific publications.
