The data for the number of top-cited publications in Computer Graphics and Computer-Aided Design in the US suggests a declining trend from 2024 to 2028, with an approximate gradual annual decrease of 2% per year. In 2023, the figure stood at 154 publications.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increasing influence of AI and machine learning in enhancing research efficiency and scientific breakthroughs.
- Potential shifts in research funding and priorities, impacting publication outputs.
- The ongoing development of virtual and augmented reality technologies may drive new research topics and citation impacts in this field.
