The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in electronic, optical, and magnetic materials in Germany is expected to stabilize around 88.33% from 2025 to 2028, following a slight rise from 88.32% in 2024. Compared to the unknown 2023 baseline, the forecast suggests minimal year-on-year variation. This stability indicates a plateau in the representation of leading authors.

Future trends to watch:

Potential shifts in collaborative models or funding that could alter author representation.
Technological advancements influencing publication dynamics.
Policy changes affecting research output and author roles.