The share of corresponding/leading authors in transplantation publications in Italy is forecasted to gradually decline from 88.68 in 2024 to 87 in 2028. In 2023, this metric stood at a comparable level, indicating a slight downward trend. Year-over-year variations reveal minimal declines, with consistent decreases around 0.42% annually. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects this gradual descent. This pattern suggests a subtle shift in authorship practices or collaborative nature in the field.
Future trends to watch for include the potential influence of international collaboration policies, evolving funding sources, and the increasing presence of interdisciplinary research, which could alter authorship dynamics in scientific publications.
