In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading author in scientific publications in transplantation in France stood at approximately 88%. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual decline from 87.36% in 2024 to 85.67% in 2028. This steady decrease indicates a slight power shift in the collaborative dynamics within scientific research fields, offering a snapshot of potential democratization in the authorship structure.

Future trends to watch for include:

Continued decrease in corresponding/leading author share may suggest growing international collaboration.
Emergence of new research consortiums and interdisciplinary studies might reshape traditional authorship hierarchies.
Evaluation of regional and global policies fostering collaborative research could impact these trends further.