The forecasted share of corresponding/leading authors in US scientific publications in animal science and zoology shows a slight decline from 89.59% in 2024 to 88.65% in 2028. This indicates a year-on-year decrease, with a variation of approximately -0.27% per year on average. In 2023, this share stood marginally higher, signaling a gradual reduction.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include shifts towards collaborative research models, which may further influence the corresponding author's share. Additionally, technological advancements and increased interdisciplinary studies could play significant roles in reshaping publication dynamics in this field.
