The total number of scientific publications in dermatology in the Netherlands has shown variability over the past decade. Starting with a gradual increase from 90.72 units in 2013, the figure peaked at 112.68 in 2017 before experiencing fluctuations, ending with 102.38 units in 2023. The year-on-year variation over the last two years was 14.73% increase in 2022 and a slight 0.16% increase in 2023. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years was 1.13%. Moving forward, the forecast shows a modest growth trend, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.08% and a total 5-year growth rate of 0.41%, which indicates a relatively stable future for dermatology publications in the Netherlands.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of technological advancements in dermatology, shifts in research funding, and potential changes in publication habits due to digital platforms. Moreover, interdisciplinary collaborations could spur a rise in innovative research, potentially affecting publication volumes.
