In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications for Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology in the UK stood at 85%. In the forecast for 2024 to 2028, there is a slight but consistent decrease observed, each year's value decreasing marginally from 85.01% in 2024 down to 84.97% in 2028.
The year-on-year percentage variation is almost negligible, indicating a stable but slightly declining trend. The cumulative average growth rate for the period from 2024 to 2028 shows minimal change, reflecting a steady environment for corresponding/leading authorship share.
Future trends to watch for involve:
- The impact of collaborative international research efforts which may influence authorship dynamics.
- The potential rise of multidisciplinary journals affecting publication practices.
