In the French scientific domain of Ecology, Evolution, Behavior, and Systematics, the share of corresponding/leading authors is projected to decrease slightly from 77.67% in 2024 to 76.12% by 2028. This represents a gradual decline, with an average annual decrease of 0.51% over these years. Comparatively, this followed a value of 78.06% in 2023, illustrating a subtle, consistent downward trend when forecasted data beyond 2023 is considered.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of international collaborations and shifts in publication practices, as well as any technological advances that may influence authorship dynamics in scientific research.
