In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications within the Public Health, Environmental, and Occupational Health sector in Italy stood at 92.50%. The forecast for 2024 onwards indicates a gradual decline: from 92.33% in 2024 to 91.31% by 2028. This represents a steady annual decrease of approximately 0.21%, reflecting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -0.25% over a five-year period.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential changes in publication dynamics or authorship practices that could counter the declining trend.
The impact of international collaborations and emerging researchers on authorship shares.
The influence of technological advancements in research dissemination.