The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Brazil was steady in recent years, with a minimal decline forecasted from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, this share was slightly higher than the forecasted values, indicating a small but consistent downward trend. The year-on-year changes are marginal, showcasing stability with a minor decrease of 0.01% annually. Over a five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) suggests an almost stagnant trajectory in the share, reflecting sustainability in authorship trends.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts due to increased international collaborations, changes in funding priorities, and evolving academic structures, which may influence the roles and contributions of corresponding authors in this field.
