The United States retains a dominant share in the global top 10% of cited scientific publications in religious studies, despite a 3.65% decline in 2023. Poland shows a significant surge, recording a 58.98% year-on-year increase. The United Kingdom, South Africa, and other European nations like Germany and Norway also observe moderate growth. China and Indonesia indicate hefty year-on-year growth at 28.88% and 12.46%, respectively, marking them as emerging contributors. Meanwhile, countries such as Russia and Austria face declines, while others like the Netherlands and Singapore remain relatively stable.
Looking ahead, expect the increasing influence of Asian countries, including India and China, driven by their expanded academic collaborations and research funding. Emerging players like Ukraine and the United Arab Emirates also present promising developments with substantial year-on-year increases. These trends suggest an evolving landscape in top-cited religious studies publications, with potential shifts in leadership favoring countries that continue to invest and foster international research partnerships.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Religious Studies Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 26.44 | 2023 | -1.89% | -3.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 12.49 | 2023 | +32.19% | +58.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 9.39 | 2023 | +6.1% | +2.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Africa | 6.81 | 2023 | +5.66% | +5.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 3.82 | 2023 | +5.37% | +8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 3.64 | 2023 | +4.83% | +9.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 3.31 | 2023 | +0.94% | -2.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Indonesia | 2.85 | 2023 | +10.99% | +12.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.54 | 2023 | +7.06% | +5.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 China | 2.47 | 2023 | +34.97% | +28.88% | View data |
