In 2023, the share of scientific publications among the world's 10% top-cited publications in clinical neurology in Japan stood notably lower than the projected average from 2024 onwards. From 2024, an upward trend is anticipated, with the share rising steadily from 4.07% in 2024 to 4.35% by 2028. This reflects a positive year-on-year growth which culminates in a steady compound annual growth rate over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increased collaboration in clinical neurology research, possibly enhancing the citation impact.
Technological advances and investments in research infrastructure potentially accelerating this positive trajectory.
Focus on innovative research areas that may contribute to stronger citation performances.