The share of Corresponding/Leading Authors in scientific publications in Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Italy is projected to show a marginal decrease year-on-year from 2024 to 2028, starting at 92.74% in 2024 and declining slightly by 0.01% annually to reach 92.7% by 2028. In 2023, this figure stood slightly higher, reflecting a small but consistent downward trajectory over the forecasted period, signaling minor shifts in authorship dynamics.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of government or institutional policies on research collaboration structures.
Potential changes driven by technological advancements in collaborative research tools.
Shift in international partnerships influencing author shares in Italy.