The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in orthopedics and sports medicine in Japan stands consistently at 97.63% from 2024 to 2028, signifying no change from 2023. This stability suggests a mature and possibly saturated field where corresponding authorship is firmly established. Since there is no year-on-year variation or compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the share remains unchanged.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in authorship practices driven by collaborative global research, technological advancements fostering multi-author publications, or policy changes that could impact authorship roles in scientific publications. Monitoring these aspects could reveal shifts in authorship dynamics.
