The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in the UK pharmacy sector is projected to decline gradually from 89.59% in 2024 to 87.66% in 2028. Compared to past figures, this indicates a subtle downward trend starting from a relatively stable 2023 baseline of 90%. The year-on-year percentage decrease averages around -0.43%. Over the five-year forecast period, this downward trend represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -0.43%.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in publication practices, increased collaboration across institutions, and evolving standards in authorship that could further influence the proportion of corresponding and leading authors. These changes may lead to more equitable distribution of authorship credits.
