China leads globally in the top-cited infectious diseases publications with a 21.97% share, despite a marginal year-on-year decrease. Italy follows with a significant 11.73% share, reflecting substantial growth, while the UK remains steady at 7.29%. Notable growth is seen in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Chile, and Poland, whereas South Africa and Iceland face declines. Emerging players include Peru and Kazakhstan, both showing substantial uptrends.
Future trends will likely see increased influence from Asian and Middle Eastern countries, driven by strategic investments in research. Observing technological advancements and international collaboration will be crucial for forecasting shifts in research dynamics.
Top countries in Number of Scientific Publications Among the World's 10% Top-Cited Publications in Infectious Diseases Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 21.97 | 2023 | +12.72% | +21.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 11.73 | 2023 | +19.97% | +32.97% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 7.29 | 2023 | +3.18% | +0.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Japan | 4.73 | 2023 | +13.87% | +16.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 4.73 | 2023 | +3.36% | +7.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 India | 4.36 | 2023 | +10.4% | +11.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 4.3 | 2023 | +0.17% | +2.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 3.68 | 2023 | +6.72% | +1.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Brazil | 3.33 | 2023 | +7.68% | +5.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 3.2 | 2023 | +2.75% | +5.44% | View data |
