The number of scientific publications in dermatology in Thailand has demonstrated a significant growth trend over the past decade. From an initial 21.84 units in 2013, the number of publications has grown to 112.15 units in 2023. The notable year-on-year variations include a high growth rate of 46.31% in 2014 and a peak of 41.46% in 2019, highlighting periods of rapid expansion. More recently, from 2021 to 2023, the year-on-year growth rates were 24.54%, 10.2%, and 13.19%, respectively, indicating sustained but slightly fluctuating growth. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) leading up to 2023 stands at 18.82%, a strong indicator of long-term upward momentum.
Future projections suggest continued robust growth, with the forecast indicating a progression to 176.5 units by 2028. This represents a projected five-year CAGR of 7.12% and an overall growth rate of 41.03% from 2023 to 2028. This sustained growth trajectory highlights the increasing research output and focus on dermatology in Thailand.
Future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements in dermatology research, potential increases in research funding, and collaborations both regionally and internationally. Additionally, emerging areas such as genomic dermatology and personalized medicine could further drive publication volumes.
