The forecast for the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health in the US shows slight declines from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 96.56% in 2024, it decreases marginally over the following years, reaching 96.31% in 2028. The year-on-year variation reflects a consistent yet minimal decline, highlighting a stable distribution among authorship roles. As of 2023, the actual share stood similarly high, indicating that the predicted shifts are gradual.
Future trends to watch involve technological advancements and collaborative efforts that could redefine authorship norms, potentially influencing the gender dynamics and international collaborations in authorship patterns within the field.
