In 2023, the share of scientific publications in optometry involving international collaboration in Japan stood at 34.28%. The data forecasts a significant upward trend, starting at 36.42% in 2024 and reaching 45.04% by 2028. This represents a notable year-on-year growth pattern: 5.96% from 2024 to 2025, 5.60% from 2025 to 2026, 5.27% from 2026 to 2027, and 5.00% from 2027 to 2028. Overall, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the 2023-2028 forecast is approximately 5.59%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Continued integration of digital collaboration tools enhancing international research ties.
- Policy incentives supporting joint research initiatives in optometry.
- Rising involvement of emerging economies in Japanese-led international studies.
