In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in optometry in Canada was at a notable level. Forecasted figures indicate a slight decline from 89.57% in 2024 to 89.12% in 2028. Year-on-year variations suggest a consistent downward trend with marginal decreases annually, averaging a CAGR over five years. Despite being relatively stable, maintaining such high levels indicates strong participation by Canadian authorship in optometry research.

Future trends to watch include:

Incremental shifts in international collaborations might influence authorship share.
Increasing emphasis on interdisciplinary studies may alter authorship dynamics.
Navigating changes in funding and research priorities could impact publishing trends.