Global Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Nursing Oncology by Country

The United States leads significantly in the global top 10% cited scientific publications in nursing oncology, with 28.21 publications. China and the United Kingdom follow, though considerably behind, at 5.85 and 5.76 publications, respectively. Australia and Canada round out the top five. Over the last year, the United Kingdom and Australia saw notable increases of 14.19% and 17.58%, while the US grew by a modest 2.57%. Switzerland's output surged by 103.36% and Belgium by 134.09%, showcasing potential as emerging contributors. Canada and Norway experienced declines of 4.57% and 18.72%, respectively. These variations reflect diverse growth dynamics across countries.

Future trends to watch include potential sustained growth in Switzerland and Belgium, driven by recent substantial increases. Nations like China, South Korea, and India are likely to boost their contributions, with current growth rates quite robust. Monitoring shifts among emerging economies and their impact on global dynamics is crucial, as previously underrepresented countries might elevate their status through increased research collaborations and investments in oncology nursing fields.