In 2023, the UK had 268 top-cited publications in public health, environmental, and occupational health. The forecast for 2024 shows a 3.54% increase to approximately 277.52 publications. Subsequently, growth is expected to continue with year-on-year increases: 3.16% in 2025, 3.05% in 2026, 2.95% in 2027, and 2.85% in 2028, culminating in 312.39 publications. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 3.11%.
Future trends to watch:
- Impact of increasing digital health initiatives on publication output.
- Influence of environmental policies on research funding and focus areas.
- Technological advancements in data sharing and research collaboration.
