The total number of scientific publications in biomedical engineering in Brazil has exhibited substantial fluctuations over the past decade, reaching 245.15 units in 2023. Initially, there was a significant growth between 2013 and 2019, marked by periodic declines, particularly in 2014, 2016, and 2020. These fluctuations are punctuated by noteworthy peaks such as the 76.02% rise in 2019. Year-on-year data for 2022 and 2023 showed a consistent upward trend with 19.4% and 10.94% increases, respectively.
From a longer-term perspective, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years stands at a modest 6.86%, reflecting a stable but controlled growth trend.
Looking ahead, forecasted data predicts the total volume to rise to 292.75 publications by 2028, indicating a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 2.82% and an overall 5-year growth rate of approximately 14.91%. This suggests steady, albeit moderate, future growth.
Future trends to watch for include the adoption of new technologies in biomedical engineering, governmental and institutional investment in research, and potential socio-economic factors that may either accelerate or impede the rate of publication.
