In 2023, China's share of scientific publications in the top 10% cited in anesthesiology and pain medicine was below 12.44%. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 show a steady and slight increase from 12.44% to 12.55%, indicating a minimal year-on-year growth of about 0.32% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is consistent at 0.18%, suggesting incremental improvements in global recognition of Chinese research in these fields.
Future trends to watch for:
- Enhancements in research quality could increase citation impact.
- Collaboration with international bodies might accelerate growth.
- Investment in innovative research could further boost global standing.
