The forecast indicates a steady increase in Germany's share of top-cited scientific publications in infectious diseases from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 13.79% in 2024, the share is expected to grow incrementally each year, reaching 14.54% by 2028. In comparison to 2023, where the share stood at 13.60%, this marks a yearly increase of around 0.19 percentage points.
Given these trends, Germany's scientific community is likely reinforcing its impact and influence in global infectious disease research. Future trends to watch for include advancements in emerging infectious disease research and collaborations that could further amplify Germany's citation impact on a global scale.
