The United States leads with a significant share of top-cited scientific publications in computer networks and communications, though its year-on-year growth is moderate. China follows closely, demonstrating substantial annual growth. Emerging players like India, Russia, and United Arab Emirates are showing impressive growth rates. Established European countries such as the United Kingdom, Germany, and France maintain steady, but slower growth. Notably, countries like Vietnam and Bulgaria have achieved striking year-on-year growth. Declines are observed in countries such as Indonesia and Argentina, indicating potential shifts in research influence.
Future trends to watch include the continued ascent of China in closing the gap with the United States. Emerging markets such as India, Russia, and Vietnam are expected to further increase their share in high-impact research. European countries will need to innovate to maintain their global standing. The growing research output from countries in South America and potentially newcomers from Africa could also introduce new dynamics in global research collaborations.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Computer Networks and Communications Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 26.86 | 2023 | +8.22% | +4.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 19.23 | 2023 | +12.7% | +6.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 9.11 | 2023 | +4.87% | +3.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 4.58 | 2023 | +4.22% | +1.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 4.56 | 2023 | +6.44% | +3.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 2.99 | 2023 | +4.32% | +0.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 2.85 | 2023 | +6.54% | +5.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 2.44 | 2023 | +9.02% | +2.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 2.43 | 2023 | +7.78% | -0.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 South Korea | 2.01 | 2023 | +4.09% | -1.88% | View data |
