The total number of scientific publications in biotechnology in Canada showed a declining trend over the past decade, standing at 190.37 units in 2023. This decline was characterized by fluctuations with some years experiencing slight increases. Over the last two years, the number of publications decreased by 1.35% year-on-year. The average annual variation over the last five years (CAGR) was -0.73%. Future forecasts indicate a continued decline, with a forecasted annual growth rate of -1.12%, leading to a 5.46% decrease over the next five years.
Future trends to watch for include potential policy changes, increased funding in biotechnology research, and the emergence of new biotechnological innovations which could reverse the downward trend in scientific publications. Additionally, collaborations between academia and industry may play a significant role in boosting publication outputs in this sector.
