The total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in Pediatrics in Canada is forecasted to decline from 2.03 in 2024 to 1.39 in 2028. This represents a consistent annual decrease with a year-on-year decline of approximately 7.9% from 2024 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period indicates a steady negative trend. In 2023, the value was higher, reinforcing the downward trajectory.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential shifts in research funding or focus affecting publication outputs.
- Increasing interdisciplinarity, which could impact citation metrics.
- Technological advancements influencing research dissemination.
