In 2023, the total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in Animal Science and Zoology in the UK stood at 57.77. Forecasted data for 2024-2028 suggest a declining trend, with a year-on-year decrease averaging around 1.69%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is predicted to be negative, highlighting a consistent decrease in high-impact publications over this period.

Future trends to watch for:

The impact of potential policy changes on research funding and output in the UK.
Technological advancements that could shift research focus areas within Animal Science and Zoology.
The influence of international collaborative efforts in improving citation impact.