The forecast indicates a steady increase in the total number of top-cited scientific publications in critical care nursing from China, with the expected values rising from 4.5 in 2024 to 5.53 in 2028. Compared to 2023, where the data stood at an actual baseline, this represents compounded annual growth (CAGR) that suggests consistent enhancement in research quality and impact.
The projected year-on-year growth rates are approximately 5.78% from 2024 to 2025, 5.25% from 2025 to 2026, 5.19% from 2026 to 2027, and 4.93% from 2027 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Growing global collaboration and cross-institutional projects fostering higher citation rates.
- Increasing emphasis on evidence-based practices which may boost research quality and recognition.
- Potential shifts in funding priorities that could impact research output.
