The data reflects China's dominance in the global landscape of top-cited chemical engineering publications, boasting the highest number globally with substantial year-on-year growth of 13.83%. The United States, despite being second, showed a decline of 4.12%. Emerging countries like India, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt are showing notable growth in output, with increases of 14.77%, 34.56%, and 36.59% respectively. European countries reflect mixed trends, with Germany and France experiencing slight declines, while the United Kingdom shows marginal growth.
Future trends to watch include the continued rise of Asian countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia, which have shown double-digit growth rates. Potential shifts in geopolitical and research funding priorities could further influence publication trends, particularly in emerging economies focusing on advancing their chemical engineering research capabilities.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Chemical Engineering by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Publications) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 4,060 | 2023 | +10.47% | +13.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 765.48 | 2023 | -1.44% | -4.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 455.72 | 2023 | +4.52% | +14.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 238.33 | 2023 | +0.16% | -1.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 223.42 | 2023 | +3.28% | +4.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Saudi Arabia | 199.86 | 2023 | +25.97% | +34.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 174.64 | 2023 | +0.15% | +0.082% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Egypt | 123.01 | 2023 | +20.07% | +36.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Australia | 122.62 | 2023 | +2.9% | +1.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Japan | 113.46 | 2023 | -5.31% | -4.42% | View data |
