The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications within the field of Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine in Germany, projected from 2024 to 2028, indicates a slight but consistent decline. Starting from 2024 at 90.61%, it drops marginally each year, reaching 90.08% by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease, reflecting a gradual shift in authorship roles. In 2023, the baseline for comparison stood slightly above 90.61%.
This slight downtrend suggests a potential democratization or diversification in authorship roles, indicating greater collaboration or shifting norms in publication practices.
Future trends to watch include:
- Impact of collaborative research frameworks
- Changes in publication and citation practices due to digital platforms
- Policy changes at academic and institutional levels influencing authorship
