In 2023, the share of scientific publications involving international collaboration in infectious diseases in India stood at 16.1%. From 2024 to 2028, there is a steady forecasted increase in collaboration, reaching 17.4% by 2028. The year-on-year percentage growth is approximately 1.59% from 2024 to 2025, 1.56% from 2025 to 2026, 1.54% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.52% from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 1.60%.

Future trends to watch for:

Increased focus on digital collaboration tools may further enhance international research connections.
Geopolitical factors could impact the pace and nature of these collaborations.
Emerging infectious diseases may drive more global collaborative efforts.