In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in gastroenterology in France was near 92.80%. The forecast for 2024 to 2028 indicates a slight year-on-year decline, with values decreasing from 92.71% to 92.41%. The continuous, albeit slow, reduction suggests a trend of decreasing dominance by corresponding/leading authors over five years, highlighted by a negative CAGR.
Future trends to watch include:
- Emergence of collaborative research models potentially influencing authorship distribution.
- Changes in publication norms and recognition of co-authorship contributions.
- Technological advancements and data sharing practices that may impact authorship dynamics.
