The total number of scientific publications in optometry in Australia is forecasted to show a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, starting at 41.61 publications in 2024 and climbing to 45.47 publications by 2028. This represents year-on-year percentage increases of approximately 2.3% to 2.5%. As the CAGR over the five-year period is around 2.25%, we observe a consistent upward trend.
In 2023, the actual number of publications was 40.64, signaling a healthy growth rate in the subsequent years. The percentage increase from 2023 to 2024 is therefore around 2.4%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of increased funding in scientific research, potential shifts in academic focus areas, and how emerging technologies influence research outputs. Additionally, international collaborations and contributions to global optometry research may further bolster publication numbers.
