The data indicates an overall fluctuating trend in the total number of scientific publications in Optometry in Malaysia. Up to 2023, the number of publications has shown significant year-on-year variations, ranging from a substantial drop of 72.28% in 2013 to a dramatic increase of 685.45% in 2019. Recent years show some stability with minor increments; in 2023, there was an 8.65% increase from the previous year, standing at 1.67 publications.
The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a slightly declining trend in publication numbers with an average annual decrease of 0.54% (forecasted 5-year CAGR). The total number drops gradually from 1.66 in 2024 to 1.61 in 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
• Investment in research and development will likely impact future publications.
• Policy changes and funding allocation within Malaysia’s scientific community.
• Collaborations with international institutions to potentially boost publication numbers.
