As of 2023, the number of top-cited scientific publications in pollution in Japan was steady compared to forecasted data from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 15.44 publications in 2024, a decline is observed annually, down to 14.29 publications by 2028. The year-on-year decrease is consistent, averaging a drop of approximately 1-2% each year.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Emerging Japanese research priorities in pollution that could counteract the declining trend.
- Shifts in global research collaborations, potentially influencing Japan's output in top-cited publications.
- Technological advancements and new regulation impacts driving future research outputs and citation potential.
