The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications on pollution in Canada shows a slight declining trend from 2024 to 2028, with values moving from 85.65 to 84.08. This represents a gradual year-on-year decrease each year.
Observing the trend, it is apparent that there is a continuous, albeit modest, downward trajectory over the five-year period. The average annual decline (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -0.46%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in collaboration patterns, funding changes, or policy impacts that could influence authorship dynamics. Monitoring these factors will be crucial to anticipate further shifts in authorship shares.
