The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in periodontics in Italy has shown a decreasing trend from 84.21% in 2024 to 81.26% forecasted for 2028. This represents a steady decline in the share of corresponding authors year-on-year, with approximately 1% reduction annually, totaling an approximate reduction of 3.5% over five years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a consistent decrease, highlighting a possible reflection of broader changes in the collaborative nature of research within this field.

Future trends to watch for include:

An increased emphasis on collaborative research could continue to reduce the dominance of corresponding authors.
Technological advancements might further democratize authorship roles, altering traditional publishing dynamics.
Monitoring how international collaborations impact these trends could be crucial, given Italy's significant role in European scientific research.