In 2023, the share of the corresponding or leading author in scientific publications in critical care nursing in Brazil stood at 96.74%. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 suggest a gradual increase from 96.82% to 97.17%. This indicates a steady upward trend in the involvement of lead authors.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased collaboration across international borders, potentially affecting the share of corresponding authors in Brazil.
- Technological advancements in research, which may influence authorship patterns.
- Policy changes that might impact publication practices within critical care nursing.