The forecast for the total number of 10% top-cited scientific publications in pharmacy in Germany from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual increase, with a growth from 0.65 to 0.79 Publications over this period. For reference, in 2023, the value stood at 0.62 Publications. The year-on-year growth rates indicate a consistent upward trend: 6.1% from 2024 to 2025, 4.3% from 2025 to 2026, 4.2% from 2026 to 2027, and 5.3% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for these five years is approximately 5.3%, reflecting steady growth in high-impact research publications in this field in Germany.

Future trends to watch for:

Rising investment in pharmaceutical research and development could further boost publication impact.
Collaborations between academia and industry are likely to enhance research output quality.
Advancements in digital and biomedical technologies may influence emerging research domains.
Regulatory and policy changes in the EU could affect research funding and priorities, impacting publication trends.