The forecasted share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications on chemical health and safety in the UK shows a gradual decline from 80.93% in 2024 to 78.75% in 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) showing a decrease. No data for 2023 is available to provide a clear comparison. The year-on-year decline indicates a slight but steady reduction in the proportion of these authors, reflecting possible shifts in authorship dynamics or collaborative practices.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impact of collaborative research grant policies on authorship distribution.
Emerging role of international collaborations influencing corresponding author shares.
Technological advancements in research dissemination which may affect authorship statistics.