In 2023, the share of scientific publications involving international collaboration in ecology in Canada was below the 2024 forecast of 38.22%. The forecast suggests a gradual increase from 2024 through 2028, reaching 40.95%. Annually, we see a consistent year-on-year growth of approximately 0.69 percentage points, suggesting a positive trend in international collaborative efforts. This indicates an overall compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 1.73%.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of global geopolitical changes on international collaborations
Influences of technological advances facilitating cross-border research cooperation
Shifting priorities within ecological research that may drive increased international partnerships
Funding dynamics, which could impact the ability and inclination of Canadian researchers to collaborate internationally