The global landscape of top-cited pollution research in 2024 shows Singapore leading with a significant share, followed by Vietnam and Saudi Arabia. The United States, surprisingly, holds a lower position compared to its historical research dominance. Countries like China and the Netherlands are maintaining competitive positions, indicative of robust research output and quality.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Potential shifts in top contributors influenced by global funding and policy initiatives.
- The impact of emerging economies investing in research and innovation.
- Climate change and sustainability becoming prioritized themes, possibly altering the distribution of highly cited research.
Top countries in Share of Scientific Publications Among the World's 10% Top-Cited Publications in Pollution by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Singapore | 22.91 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Vietnam | 20.97 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Saudi Arabia | 17.95 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 17.08 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Arab Emirates | 15.85 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 15.17 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Cyprus | 14.46 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 14.24 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 China | 13.64 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 13.02 | 2023 | View data |
