The percentage share of Canadian optometry articles among the world's top 10% most-cited publications is forecasted to decline steadily from 5.85% in 2024 to 5.49% by 2028. This consistent decline represents a negative year-on-year variation, particularly prominent in recent years. In 2023, this share stood at 5.93%, reflecting a clear downward trend for Canada within this niche scientific area. The projected five-year CAGR also highlights this negative trend, indicating a continual decrease in Canada's citation performance in optometry over the forecast period.
Future trends to watch for include potential strategic changes in research funding or collaboration initiatives that could alter citation impact. Monitoring developments in global optometry research dynamics and Canada's investment in scientific advancements could change this downward trajectory.
