In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in US molecular biology publications stood at approximately 95.4%. This share is forecasted to steadily increase, reaching 96.45% in 2028. Year-on-year variations exhibit a minor upward trend, with the share expected to increase on average by about 0.21% annually from 2024 to 2028. This reflects a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 0.22% over this five-year period.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include the potential impact of emerging collaborative platforms and international co-authorships on authorship patterns. Additionally, changes in research funding, technology adoption, and academic networking could influence future authorship dynamics in molecular biology.
