The data indicates a slight decrease in the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications within the fields of Biochemistry, Genetics, and Molecular Biology in Canada from 2024 to 2028. Specifically, the percentage declined from 88.72% in 2024 to 88.23% in 2028. This forecast represents a consistent year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.13% annually. When considering the data from an historical perspective, if the share stood above 88.72% before 2024, the decline is gradual, which suggests stability in how these roles are distributed in Canadian scientific publications.
Future trends to monitor include any significant shifts related to international collaboration, changes in research funding, and publication practices due to technological advancements or policy changes. Furthermore, exploring the impact of open-access publications on authorship distribution could provide additional insights.
