The forecasted share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in critical care and intensive care medicine in Canada indicates a slight, consistent decrease from 2024 to 2028, starting at 88.53% in 2024 and declining to 88.4% by 2028. In comparison to 2023, the specific year-on-year variation is minimal, suggesting stability but with a subtle downward trend. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) underscores this slight trend without major fluctuations.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of collaborative and multi-author papers, as well as the influence of digital platforms in changing author dynamics. Tracking innovations in publication practices may further inform how the role of corresponding authors evolves.
