The share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in Animal Science and Zoology in India shows a slight but consistent downward trend from 2024 to 2028, decreasing from 96.69% to 96.63%. This forecasted decline suggests a subtle shift in author contributions. Although specific variations from previous years are unavailable, the decreasing pattern indicates a gradual reduction over time, signaling a potential move towards more diversified authorship.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased collaboration across international borders, potentially diversifying author contributions further.
The impact of digital tools and platforms in facilitating shared authorship roles.
Institutional shifts that might encourage junior researchers to take lead authorship roles.