The United States leads significantly in top-cited nephrology publications, but a slight decline of 1.9% in 2023 suggests potential challenges. China showed a substantial increase in publication volume, reflecting its growing research influence in nephrology. The United Kingdom, South Korea, and Germany also demonstrated strong growth, indicating a shift in high-impact research activities. Remarkable gains in Mexico, Greece, and Indonesia highlight emerging contributors. Conversely, Austria, Switzerland, and Argentina face considerable declines that might affect their standing in the nephrology field.
Future trends to watch include the continued growth of countries like China, South Korea, and potentially Mexico, which are increasingly contributing to global research. Asian countries, including India and Malaysia, may play larger roles in the research landscape due to their current momentum. Monitoring the recovery or further declines of European countries showing negative trends may provide insights into regional challenges and opportunities in nephrology research.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Nephrology by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Publications) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 164.7 | 2023 | +0.017% | -0.019% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 36.65 | 2023 | +5.88% | +5.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 26.03 | 2023 | +9.85% | -0.059% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 24.59 | 2023 | +5.16% | +10.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Japan | 24.24 | 2023 | +4.3% | +5.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 22.36 | 2023 | +2.79% | +8.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 19.33 | 2023 | +1.83% | +4.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 15.33 | 2023 | +4.52% | -4.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 14.81 | 2023 | +0.96% | +8.43% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 13.56 | 2023 | -0.12% | +2.7% | View data |
