As of 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in dermatology in Japan was slightly above 98%. The forecasted data from 2024 onwards indicates a gradual decline, with values moving from 98.08% in 2024 to 97.94% by 2028. The year-on-year percentage variations remain minimal, suggesting a stable but slightly decreasing trend. The CAGR over the five-year period confirms this modest decline.

Future trends to watch for:

Increasing global collaboration may continue to influence the share of domestic authors.
New policies or funding initiatives supporting international research involvement could further impact these numbers.
Advancements in dermatological research might attract a diverse array of authors, affecting author share dynamics.