Global Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Emergency Nursing by Country

The United States leads with the highest number of top-cited publications in emergency nursing, dominating with a notable volume significantly ahead of other countries. Despite this, the U.S. saw a decrease of 12.69% in this metric last year. In contrast, Australia exhibits an upward trend with a 13.17% increase, establishing its strong presence globally. Canada and New Zealand also display positive trends with increases of 8.5% and 76.18%, respectively. Meanwhile, emerging countries like South Africa and Thailand have shown impressive growth rates at 18.57% and 53.78%, respectively.

Future trends to watch include potential shifts in leadership in this sector. There is increasing research intensity in Asia, specifically in South Korea and China, which could reshape global standings. Additionally, the significant rise in publications from countries like New Zealand, Malaysia, and Greece suggests an expanding interest and contribution to this field, potentially leading to more diverse perspectives and innovations in emergency nursing research globally.