In 2023, Brazil's chemical engineering sector recorded 55.84 top-cited publications. From 2024, the forecast indicates a steady increase in this metric, reaching 57.89 by 2028. The year-on-year variation shows modest growth: 0.87% in both 2025 and 2026, 0.74% in 2027, and 0.66% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately 0.92%. This suggests a consistent but gradual upward trend.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased collaboration between Brazilian researchers and international institutions.
Growing investment in chemical engineering research and development.
Potential impacts of government policies on research incentives and funding.