In the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology in France, the forecasted share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications remains notably high, starting from 95% in 2024 and showing a slight but steady decline to 94.93% by 2028. For context, the share in 2023 was approximately the same as in 2024, reflecting a stable trend with minimal fluctuation in the author share over these years.
Year-on-Year Variation:
- The share decreases marginally by 0.02% annually from 2024 to 2028, indicating exceptional consistency.
The compound annual growth rate indicates a negligible decline over this five-year period, highlighting the stability in authorship trends.
Future Trends to Watch For:
- Increased focus on collaborative research might influence the distribution of authorship roles.
- Developments in digital and open-access publishing could further impact how authorship is designated.
- Sociocultural shifts in academia, promoting diverse voices, might affect these authorship dynamics slightly.