Analysis of Mexico's scientific publications in drug discovery shows a varying trend over the years. The total number of publications in 2023 stood at 88.62 units, reflecting a growth of 3.66% year-on-year. Between 2013 and 2023, notable fluctuations were observed with peaks in 2017 and 2021, driven by year-on-year increases of 42.75% and 25.37% respectively. However, some years exhibited declines, such as 2016 and 2018. Over the last five years, the CAGR was 4.98% up to 2023.

Future trends to watch for include:

Forecasted steady growth each year from 2023 to 2028.
Average annual growth rate over the next five years is expected to be 2.55%.
Potential influences of governmental policy changes, funding alterations, and technological advancements on publication rates.