The forecasted data for the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications within Waste Management and Disposal in the US indicates a downward trend over the period from 2024 to 2028. Starting from 83.37% in 2024, it is expected to decline to 78.26% by 2028. Year-on-year, the decline shows percentages of 1.55% from 2024 to 2025, 1.56% from 2025 to 2026, 1.57% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.6% from 2027 to 2028. Overall, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period suggests an average annual decrease of 1.61% in the leading authors' share.
Future trends to watch for include the increasing collaboration on academic papers fostered by cross-disciplinary research initiatives and the globalization of research teams. Additionally, policy changes encouraging more inclusive author lists could further impact the share of corresponding authorship, reflecting a broader trend towards diversification in scientific research leadership.
