The total number of scientific publications in biotechnology in Chile stood at 26.02 units in 2023, representing a mere 0.34% year-on-year increase from 2022. Over the last two years, the growth rate indicates that publication activities remain relatively stable. The five-year Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2019 to 2023 was 4.27%, indicating moderate growth. The future forecast suggests a slight upward trend, with a CAGR of 0.13% projected over the next five years, leading to a predicted figure of 26.26 units by 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
• Government policies and funding levels for biotech research may significantly impact publication rates.
• International collaboration and investment in biotech could drive increases in scientific output.
• Emerging biotechnological innovations and focus areas may create new pockets of scientific activity, contributing to publication growth.
