The share of France's scientific publications in pollution among the world's top 10% cited publications is projected to decline steadily from 2024 to 2028. Starting at 5.02% in 2024, it is expected to drop to 3.49% by 2028. In each year, the share declines by approximately 0.42%, amounting to a total decrease of about 1.53 percentage points over the five-year period. This negative trend indicates a continuous reduction in France’s influence or presence in top-tier pollution research.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential increase in interdisciplinary research collaborations.
- Research investment shifts towards emerging environmental technologies.
- Monitoring policy changes affecting research funding and priorities.
