In 2023, the share of corresponding or leading authors in scientific publications in periodontics in the UK was slightly higher, but the trend shows a gradual decrease from 2024 to 2028, with forecasted values declining each year. The year-on-year percentage change reflects a modest decline, indicating a consistent trend where the leading author's share is reducing incrementally. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecasted period suggests an average annual decrease, highlighting a subtle shift in publication authorship dynamics in this field.
Future trends to watch for include the influence of collaborative and interdisciplinary research, which might further affect the roles and recognition of corresponding authors. Additionally, emerging technologies and platforms for co-authorship might democratize authorship and diversify contributions, potentially impacting this trend further.
