The forecasted total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in Chemical Engineering in the US shows a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 743.29 publications in 2024, the number gradually decreases to 690.9 by 2028. Year-on-year, this indicates a diminishing rate: approximately -2.4% in 2025, -2.0% in 2026, -1.6% in 2027, and finally -1.3% in 2028. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) further reflects the declining trend.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Impact of increased digitalization and AI in research processes, potentially influencing citation rates.
- Collaborative research opportunities through global partnerships could alter citation dynamics.
- Environmental and sustainability challenges driving cutting-edge chemical engineering innovation.
