The forecasted data for the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in biomedical engineering in Germany indicates a consistent, albeit modest, year-on-year increase from 93.62% in 2024 to 93.82% in 2028. This reflects an incremental rise that suggests a stable trend towards greater contribution and recognition of leading authors in this field. The estimated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the next five years is subtle yet positive, demonstrating sustained growth.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of open-access publications and collaborative international research frameworks that might influence author contributions.
Developments in research funding and policies that could affect author recognition and publication dynamics.
Technological advancements in biomedical engineering potentially leading to greater interdisciplinary collaboration and changing publication patterns.