The analysis indicates that China dominates the global top-cited scientific publications in ceramics and composites, holding a significant lead. In 2023, China increased its share by 12.15%. Contrarily, the United States saw a decline by 2.81%. India and UAE showed substantial growth at 5.72% and 104.19%, respectively. Noteworthy growth was also observed in emerging countries like Vietnam and Saudi Arabia. Conversely, traditional research powerhouses like Germany, Japan, and the UK faced declines.
Future trends to watch include China's continued strong presence and potential growth, UAE emerging as a significant contributor, and developing countries such as Vietnam and Saudi Arabia likely to increase their share in the top-cited publications in ceramics and composites.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Ceramics and Composites Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 56.83 | 2023 | +10.36% | +12.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 7.07 | 2023 | -6.05% | -2.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 4.59 | 2023 | +8.05% | +5.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Arab Emirates | 4.41 | 2023 | +79.39% | +104.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 3.08 | 2023 | +0.27% | +6.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 2.31 | 2023 | +4.81% | -3.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Australia | 2.19 | 2023 | +3.63% | +0.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 1.67 | 2023 | -10.31% | -7.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Saudi Arabia | 1.6 | 2023 | +5.94% | +23.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Egypt | 1.36 | 2023 | +5.25% | +30.29% | View data |
