The United States leads in top-cited publications in nuclear and high energy physics, although it experienced a 7.53% decline. Germany and Italy also saw significant decreases, whereas China and the United Kingdom recorded growth at 9.11% and 4.49%, respectively. Emerging players like Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates showed dramatic increases, whereas Eastern European countries such as Hungary, Norway, and Slovakia faced declines.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in Asia, driven by China's upward trajectory and emerging contributions from Southeast Asian countries. Western Europe's leadership remains strong, but geopolitical shifts and funding changes may impact the landscape.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Nuclear and High Energy Physics Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 23.44 | 2023 | -5.17% | -7.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 9.94 | 2023 | -4.62% | -4.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 9.02 | 2023 | +2.12% | +9.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.66 | 2023 | +0.053% | +4.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Switzerland | 7.49 | 2023 | +2.58% | +1.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.54 | 2023 | -3.04% | -5.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 4.15 | 2023 | -7.39% | -1.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 3.76 | 2023 | +6.44% | +0.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3.45 | 2023 | -2.79% | -0.028% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 3.16 | 2023 | -11.29% | -10.14% | View data |
