In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in dermatology in France was at a hypothetical baseline. Forecasted data shows a gradual decrease from 90.12% in 2024 to 88.53% by 2028, indicative of a negative trend with an average year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.44%. This consistent trend reflects a slight but continuous reduction over these five years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential shifts in authorship norms or collaborative structures, which could further influence the role of leading authors.
- The impact of digital transformation and open-access protocols on publication authorship dynamics.
